Compensation Analyst - Temp

Compensation Analyst - Temp

$ 35 - $ 50 / Hour

Chicago, Illinois

Contractor

Human Resources

Our client is a leading manufacturer with a strong Midwest presence and a reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. The organization values its employees as its greatest asset and is committed to building a high-performance culture supported by competitive compensation programs.

Position Summary

The Compensation Analyst will support the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs that attract, retain, and motivate employees across the manufacturing and corporate functions. This position will play a key role in conducting market analyses, maintaining pay structures, and ensuring internal equity and compliance with applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Compensation Strategy & Analysis :

Analyze market data and compensation trends within the manufacturing industry to maintain competitive and equitable pay practices.

Conduct annual salary benchmarking using survey data.

Support compensation modeling for union and non-union employees.

Program Administration :

Maintain and update job descriptions, pay grades, and compensation structures in alignment with business objectives and budget constraints.

Administer the annual merit increase and incentive bonus processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company pay philosophy.

Provide data analytics support for HR and Finance during workforce planning, performance cycles, and organizational changes.

Compliance & Governance :

Ensure all compensation practices comply with FLSA, EEO, and pay equity standards.

Assist in preparation for internal and external audits related to pay programs.

Partner with HR and Legal to ensure compliance with evolving state and federal pay transparency laws.

Business Partnership :

Collaborate with HR Business Partners and plant leadership to advise on pay recommendations, promotions, and retention strategies.

Support leadership in understanding compensation analytics and workforce cost drivers.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.

3+ years of progressive experience in compensation analysis or total rewards; manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel and HRIS reporting capabilities (Workday, SAP, or Oracle experience preferred).

Pay Range :

$35 - $50 per hour based on experience

Pay Details : $35.00 to $50.00 per hour

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https : / / www-uat.lhh.com / us / en / candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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