HR Manager - Rolling Meadows, IL

Description

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Epiq Solutions develops cutting-edge software-defined radio (SDR) products and processing solutions to enable spectrum dominance for maritime, land, air, and space domains. With 17 years serving government and commercial enterprise customers and 25K+ devices fielded to date, Epiq Solutions is a trusted partner with a proven heritage of delivering open architecture products in radically small form factors where time-to-market, cost, and performance are critical for mission success.

For more information, visit Epiq Solutions Website

JOB OPENING

The HR Manager will lead the talent agenda for our Rolling Meadows, IL location, partnering with the leadership team to support our people and advance the site’s business objectives. This role will develop and execute the site’s human resource and talent strategy while helping sustain a culture of humility, trust, respect, and transparent communication. The HR Manager leads all aspects of the site’s HR activities, including employee relations, employee engagement, performance management, benefits, compensation, labor and regulatory compliance, recruiting, policy interpretation, and implementation of HR programs.

With a commitment to both employee success and business performance, the HR Manager will coach, mentor, and partner with the Rolling Meadows team, building strong relationships and providing practical, thoughtful guidance. As an integral member of the TTM HR team, this person will also collaborate with other site HR Managers and Centers of Excellence to share best practices and deliver effective HR initiatives. This position reports directly to the Sr. Director of Human Resources and operationally to the General Manager.

This role is based onsite in Rolling Meadows, IL.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with Rolling Meadows leadership on change management, organizational effectiveness, and talent management. Lead initiatives in staffing, performance, and other priorities that support our people and business objectives.
• Implement site HR programs, facilitate meaningful discussions, and deliver clear, timely communications that help employees understand changes and expectations.
• Build trusted relationships with leaders and business partners, providing practical coaching and guidance throughout the employee lifecycle. Identify development opportunities that strengthen leadership capabilities across the site.
• Help sustain a culture of humility, trust, respect, and transparent communication. Guide change through open dialogue, active listening, and consistent follow-through.
• Support the site’s Talent Review process, coaching leaders to assess capabilities, identify development and succession needs, and create meaningful opportunities for employee growth.
• Oversee site recruiting activities and staffing plans. Partner with Corporate Talent Acquisition and site leaders to anticipate workforce needs, prioritize hiring, develop effective recruiting strategies, and provide a positive candidate experience.
• Assess learning and development needs across functions. Coach managers and employees, and proactively address employee relations matters with fairness, sound judgment, and respect.
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to strengthen and align HR policies, processes, and programs with applicable laws, effective practices, and TTM requirements.
• Use workforce data and trends, together with input from leaders and employees, to identify opportunities, recommend practical solutions, and track progress.
• Help leaders translate employee engagement survey feedback into meaningful actions, communicate progress, and build accountability for follow-through.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues on projects involving employee wellness, technology, policy improvements, benefits, and other employee programs.
• Partner with internal legal counsel when needed to address employment matters thoughtfully and manage risk.
• Ensure site HR practices comply with applicable state and federal employment laws.
• Contribute to additional projects and responsibilities as business and team needs evolve.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. An MBA or other advanced degree is preferred; HRCI or SHRM certification is strongly preferred.
• Five to ten years of experience across the full range of HR disciplines, preferably in a growing engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and applicable federal and state employment laws, with the ability to translate requirements into practical guidance.
• Demonstrated success supporting HR activities within a matrixed organization and partnering with Centers of Excellence, including Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, HR Shared Services, Learning and Development, and HRIS.
• Experience managing employee relations matters and conducting thorough, impartial investigations with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Ability to build trusted, collaborative relationships across all organizations, balancing employee needs with business priorities.
• Experience coaching and advising employees and leaders at all levels, influencing and supporting constructive changes in behavior and performance.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and change management skills, including the ability to navigate sensitive conversations with humility, respect, and clear communication.
• Strong business acumen, analytical skills, and problem-solving abilities, with the resourcefulness to research issues, evaluate options, and implement thoughtful solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting and facilitating discussions with diverse audiences across functions and organizational levels.
• A hands-on, proactive approach, with the ability to work independently, collaborate effectively, and manage multiple priorities through periods of significant change.
• High integrity and a commitment to confidentiality, consistent follow-through, and modeling humility, trust, respect, and transparent communication.

BENEFITS

• Join a successful and growing company investing in our future success
• Generous vacation policy
• Paid five-week sabbatical every five years
• 401(k) matching
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Life, short and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness reimbursement
• Charitable Giving Company Match
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and performance
• Fun, laid-back culture and rewarding work!

Epiq is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.