Are you a seasoned Human Resources professional with a passion for fostering a dynamic and inclusive workplace? We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Human Resource Manager to join our team. As the HR Manager you will be responsible for managing and coordinating all human resource services and plant support including recruiting/hiring, payroll, compliance, workers compensation, human relations, safety, benefit administration, and record maintenance.  Develop, support and promote work flow, training, employee retention initiatives, benefits program, associate services and employee relation activities to nurture a positive working environment.

Essential Duties:

Contribute to the development of HR department goals, objectives, and systems. Partner with Operations leadership team to understand and align the HR function to the organization’s goals and business direction. Manage the staffing process for plant production and office positions, including recruiting, interviewing and hiring. Develop and implement recruitment strategies. Conduct new hire orientation and ensure proper onboarding of new hires. Supervise Human Resources department personnel and their respective functions (does not apply to all locations). Responsible for payroll inputs and assist with the weekly hourly and bi-weekly salary payroll processing and verification. Perform benefit administration. Manage benefit-related programs with local businesses. Communicate and enforce policies uniformly throughout plant and company as required to ensure legal compliance. Maintain knowledge of best practices and regulatory changes. Drive and promote communication for corporate programs and initiatives relating to the department. Design and implement employee retention strategies. Develop and coordinate employee relations activities. Investigate employee issues and conflicts and bring them to resolution. Assist with disciplinary actions and terminations as necessary. Manage the performance appraisal process. Ensure job descriptions are up to date. Manage Workers’ Compensation. Maintain OSHA log. Lead safety initiatives working closely with Operations. Enforce safety rules and OSHA compliance.  Maintain HR systems and processes. Maintain affirmative action data and support the development of annual affirmative action plans. Assist with developing and implementing training programs. Weekly and monthly reporting. Performs other duties as assigned.