As The Human Resources Manager will work closely with corporate to lead all HRs practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented high performance culture emphasizing quality, productivity, goal attainment and empowerment. This position is responsible for all aspects of Human Resources including staff scheduling related paperwork, employee grievance and complaint management, training, disciplinary action and working closely with corporate HR, Recruiting, and EEX Team leadership to develop programs and policies. In this role you will work closely with colleagues to ensure all HR duties are undertaken in accordance with Alaska employment law, company policy and ensuring any risk to the business is minimized. 

As a key member of the plant management team this role provides sound advice and coaching to department managers on all HR related areas that impact the plant. During the off season, you will be expected to participate in Corporate HR projects.

Essential Functions/Qualifications

The responsibilities of the position include the following:

Establish and maintain employment practices and procedures in accordance with plant and corporate guidelines and in compliance with all local, state and federal employment laws including EEOC, ADA, Civil Rights Act, and any applicable Affirmative Action Plans.Plan and participate in performance management activities such as disciplinary reviews, terminations, standard employee reviews and succession planning. Documents appropriate information throughout the performance management process.Train staff on topics such as performance reviews, discrimination/harassment, alcohol, and drug policy, and participate in orientation training to all employees.Provide proactive employee relations support including coaching, counseling, investigations, and dispute resolution. Responds to employee relations issues including employee complaints, harassment allegations and civil rights complaints.Promote teamwork and interface with employees on continual basis. Coordinates employee special events such as cook-outs and other social events.Plan and participate in plant staffing planning and maintain regular communications and coordination with corporate TA Manager, the EEX Team, and the assigned Recruiter.Recommend and seek continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures and programs through coordination and consultation with Director of HR & VP of People.Respond to unemployment claims related to facility employees.Maintain facility level employee files.Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following functional and interpersonal competencies:

Functional

Organization – In order to be successful as HR Manger, you must be highly organized and also have the ability to seamlessly reprioritize your tasks throughout the day. This role requires excellent organizational skills to track and manage the needs of a business and its employees. You must be organized to manage sensitive data, such as employee files, schedules, payroll, and benefits. HR managers also use organizational skills to maintain files in both physical and digital forms.Proactive Problem Solving – this can help you find solutions to challenges that new and returning employees may face during the hiring, onboarding, onsite and staff movement process.  Attention to detail – You can prioritize tasks, work with a sense of urgency, yet leave nothing to chance. You are able to factor in every piece of information that will lead to improved processes and reduced cost.Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS related systems. Proficient in Excel & Microsoft Office - able to use MS Word to edit text documents, create templates, and automate the creation of tables of content. Running and creating functions, pivot tables, and charts in excel.

Interpersonal

Passionate - You love what you do, and you have a positive attitude. You care about your teammates and the results of your work while demonstrating humility.High Standards - Quality orientation. Follow through on commitments. A Doer who gets things done.Efficient - Producing significant output with minimal wasted effort, organized planning, and prioritization.Proactive - Initiative-taker who appropriately tackles problems and gets stuff done without the need for constant oversight. Continually seeks additional responsibilities while asking for, and acting on, feedback.Communicator- Speaks and writes clearly and articulately and likes to build strong relationships. Openly listens to learn and shows appreciation for other points of view.Judgment - Strong business acumen, professional ethics and excellent logic and reasoning skills, Ability to exercise great judgment while working independently in a demanding environment.Emotional Intelligence - high degree of self-awareness. Oversees interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically. Exercises good judgement while under pressure.

Education and Experience

Prior human resources experience is preferred, not a priority.Seafood or similar industry experience a plus.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Excellent organizational skills, including a strong attention to detail.Strong time management skills, including the ability to meet deadlines and juggle multiple high priority tasks.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Advanced computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS related systems.Ability to work effectively and positively with a wide range of people.Must be available to work extended hours, including weekends and evenings, as needed to support the business operations. Travel will be required.

Work Environment and Schedule

Travel to facilities in Alaska will be required during processing seasons. While performing duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Mental Activities

The employee is frequently required to use interpersonal and teamwork skills. The employee needs to be able to discern details on timesheets and reconcile appropriate calculations. The employee needs to regularly demonstrate attention to detail. The employee is occasionally required to use creativity, independent judgment, discretion, and problem analysis.

Salary Disclosure

The typical base pay range for this role is $60,000 -$80,000 per year. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

Silver Bay Benefits and Perks

Health Insurance: Employees, as well as their families, are eligible for health benefits that include medical, dental and vision benefits. Employees are also eligible for basic life insurance, long-term disability, as well as voluntary life insurance benefits for them and their families.Employee Assistance Program: Available for employees and their families. Retirement Plan: Employees are eligible for the Silver Bay Seafoods safe harbor retirement 401(k) plan.Other Compensation: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Silver Bay Seafoods is equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to humanresources@silverbayseafoods.com.