RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with Plant Manager or Business Unit Leader in the planning and implementation of human resources objectives and initiatives for the site(s)
• Advise Plant management and Corporate HR on organizational and team member issues and recommend needed changes
• Manage enforcement and administration of appropriate policies, procedures, practices, and programs for effective management of people resources in compliance with company policies and applicable legislation
• Lead management and administration of other Human Resource support functions including payroll, compensation and benefits, performance management, organizational development and succession planning, job evaluation/descriptions, awards and recognition, company clothing, communications, social activities, and public/community relations
• Perform difficult staffing duties, including resolution of staffing issues, investigation of disputes, team member termination, and administering corrective action procedures
• Establish positive team member relations practices and initiatives to drive site team member engagement
• Lead administration of collective bargaining agreements including grievance handling and negotiations in represented settings
• Manage and coordinate HR acquisition and placement activities including staffing strategy, planning, hiring, EEO, and employment practices for both hourly and salaried employment. Identify staff vacancies within the plant and recruit, interview, and select applicants.
• Manage the design, development, implementation, and completion of numerous programs, projects, and activities to ensure team members are educated, trained, and developed. Plan and conduct new team member onboarding, orientation, and assimilation for both hourly and salaried team members.
• Maintain current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments, and applicable laws regarding human resources. Represent the Company at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
• Continually assess the competitiveness of all programs and practices against the relevant comparable companies, industries, and markets
• Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of the HR staff relating to employment, compensation, team member/ labor relations, and team member engagement

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree with emphasis in Business Administration, HR Management, or related discipline required
• Human Resources Certification preferred

Years of Experience:

• 5-10 years of Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of Human Resources leadership experience
• Employee/Labor Relations experience
• Experience with talent management, including recruitment, performance management, and employee development
• Experience in project management, change management, and conflict management/resolution

Other Requirements:

• Regular and predictable attendance required
• Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of principles and procedures for team member recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, employee/labor relations and negotiation, and human resource information systems (HRIS)
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic staff planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Knowledge of federal and/or state labor and employment laws including, but not limited to, the following: FLSA, FMLA, ERISA, ADA, EEO, HIPAA, NLRA, Workers' Compensation
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions; hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
• Excellent Analytical Skills
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within
• constantly changing priorities and processes
• Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability and willingness to uphold the Company’s Values of Safety, Customer Focused, Teamwork, Excellence, and Trust