Human Resources Generalist

1424430, No, 6930, 3921, 1, 0.0, 0.0, 06-Aug-2026, Human Resources Generalist, CM Chicago, IL (2245),

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more

• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system

• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Why Join Core-Mark?

Core-Mark emphasizes personal growth and development for all associates. We believe that when you succeed, the company succeeds. We promote internally whenever possible and provide frequent training opportunities in several formats to help you meet your personal and career goals.

Position Summary:

As the Human Resource Generalist, you will be responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and collaborating with HR management in supporting Core-Mark. You will drive employee engagement and help build a people-first culture, while also supporting recruiting efforts, safety, payroll, benefits, and training functions. A successful candidate will maintain HR compliance, contribute to innovative HR practices, and play a strategic role in ensuring an environment that enables all. This role is based out of our Montgomery, IL distribution center, but does require travel every 4-6 weeks to Eau Claire, WI.

• Relocation: N/A - Must be local to the area

• Work Location: This is an onsite role at our Chicago OpCo, located at 2051 Baseline Road, Montgomery, IL 60538

• Travel/Training: This role is based out of our Montgomery, IL distribution center, but does require travel every 4-6 weeks to Eau Claire, WI.

• Work Schedule: This role is 100% onsite in in Montgomery IL -- 5 days per week, Monday-Friday normal business hours

• Subject to change based on the needs of the business

• Compensation: $60k-$65k base salary, depending on experience

Position Responsibilities:

• Support onboarding needs and facilitate weekly new hire orientation.
• Processing biweekly payroll
• Performing HRIS data maintenance, including new hire processing and status changes.
• Administering various HR plans and procedures for all Core-Mark personnel, including pay, benefits, and leave-related processes.
• Addressing employee inquiries regarding company policies, procedures, and HR programs.
• Conducting best practice surveys and assisting in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Providing employee relations support, including conducting investigations.
• Providing legal support for all active litigation.
• Conducting regular audits on employee timekeeping records to ensure compliance.
• Assisting with responses to unemployment claims.
• Coordinating employee training, employee awards, and other Core-Mark programs.
• Providing additional support to HR processes across Core-Mark.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work both independently and collaborate with others.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Applications will be accepted until 25 applications have been received. We anticipate this deadline will be reached in one to four days.

• 150969BR, 2051 Baseline Rd, Montgomery, Illinois (IL), 1st Shift, Full Time, Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement., • High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must have at least 1 year of HR experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have reliable transportation and the ability to work onsite Monday-Friday, normal business hours., Core-Mark, Human Resources, • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish speaking).
• Union experience is highly preferred and will take precedent as a skillset.
• Experience in a warehouse, distribution, foodservice or relatable industry.
• Experience with HRIS and talent management systems.
• HR Certification a plus (SHRM, PHR)., Illinois,

Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is part of a Fortune 150 company that continues to grow as an industry leader in fresh and broad-line solutions to the convenience retail industry. Our reputation of empowering customers, employees, and communities has allowed us to build over $23 Billion in revenue. Through our distribution centers, we offer a full range of products, programs, and solutions to customers across the U.S. and Canada., Click Here for Benefits Information