Job Location : Olympia,WA, USA
MANAGER, Human Resources
Olympia, Washington
The Human Resources Manager will direct the Human Resources activities to ensure the facility meets all state, local and federal requirements while complying with Company policies and procedures.
Duties And Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, the Human Resources Manager responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following:
Perform as a strategic partner along with the rest of the plant management team. Act as a liaison between the plant floor management and the Plant Manager with responsibility for all aspects of human resources in a high-speed manufacturing environment
Liaison with Corporate Human Resources team on various matters as member of company-wide Human Resources Team
Involvement with the plant's EHS Committee, WCP Committee and Quality Teams
Provides hands-on employee relations and support to employees. Coordinate employee communications and meetings to keep employees informed
Employee relations issues which would include but not be limited to; resolving conflicts, implementing disciplinary procedures, developing and rolling out improvement plans, investigating and resolving harassment claims and implementing required employee actions.
Documenting all appropriate investigations and maintaining proper files at the plant location
On the floor interactions with employees on all shifts, responding to employees issues/concerns in support of a positive employee relations' environment
Performance management to include leadership of employee appraisal processes, development and corrective action programs
Responsible for the all of the areas before, during and after related to talent acquisition for the plant for salaried and hourly employees. This would include sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, background screening and reference checks
Administering the site's Affirmative Action Plan and maintaining the hiring log
Responsible for orientation/onboarding program for the employees
Organizational development activities to include active management of the site's Succession Plan
Provide leadership, consultation, and as needed, intervention suggestions that support positive employee relations throughout the facility
Evaluate the training needs of the facility and along with Corporate HR team develop/design and roll-out a variety of training topics that will be benefit to the employee, location and Division
Coordination of medical coverage and questions with Corporate Insurance
Coordination of FMLA, Workers Comp and other related leave issues
HRIS system administration including payroll issues, employee data input, daily attendance, and other related areas
Maintenance of employee files and records
Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned
In addition to the specific responsibilities listed above, the ideal candidate will possess the following:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources/Business or a related discipline
5+ years in an HR management role
5+ years in a manufacturing environment
Working knowledge of all local, state and federal laws and regulations
May occasionally need to work evening and weekend hours to support shifts
Approximately 10% overnight travel
Preferred Requirements
Master's degree is a plus
Professional certification through SHRM and/or HRCI
AS400 experience
Competencies
Strong project management skills with a history of delivering results.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and adapt as business needs dictate.
Proven success in talent acquisition at all levels.
Experience developing and facilitating training.
Strong relationship management, interpersonal and communication skills.
Organizational leadership skills a plus, i.e., strategy development/implementation, change management, employee engagement, presentation development/delivery skills, etc.
Demonstrated employee relations skills.
Experience developing, building and maintaining strong business partnerships.
Effective negotiation and influencing skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as working independently and self-directed.
Process oriented with a continuous improvement mindset
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook required.