Human Resources Manager

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Human Resources Manager to join our team. This role involves collaborating with leadership and employees to align HR strategies with business objectives, fostering a high-performing and engaged workforce. The ideal candidate will address and resolve employee concerns, manage challenging conversations with empathy and professionalism, and provide HR expertise tailored to the needs of a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Alignment Partner with leadership and staff to align HR strategies with business goals, promoting a high-performance and engaged workforce.
• Employee Relations Address and resolve employee issues, including complaints and allegations, focusing on conflict resolution, accountability, and trust-building.
• Conflict Management Handle difficult conversations with empathy and professionalism.
• HR Expertise Provide HR expertise tailored to the needs of a 24/7 operation, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to dynamic workforce requirements.
• Training and Development Facilitate and deliver training programs to support employee development, compliance, and leadership growth.
• Onboarding Oversee onboarding processes to ensure smooth integration of new hires.
• Exit Interviews Conduct exit interviews, analyze trends, and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement in employee engagement and retention.
• Employee Recognition Manage and coordinate employee recognition programs to foster a positive workplace culture.
• Policy Compliance Ensure consistent application of HR policies and procedures, adhering to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Job Descriptions Regularly update job descriptions and policies as needed.
• Recruitment Lead the recruitment process for entry-level, professional, and technical positions.
• Talent Acquisition Develop strategies to attract and retain top talent.
• Compensation and Benefits Assist in salary planning, oversee the annual benefits open enrollment process, and provide ongoing support to employees regarding benefits programs.
• Workers' Compensation Monitor workers' compensation claims and ensure timely communication between employees and insurance carriers.

Requirements

• Education Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment supporting a 24-hour manufacturing operation.
• Communication Skills Proven ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR systems (Paylocity preferred), and compliance requirements.
• Organizational Skills Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple personalities in a fast-paced environment.