We are seeking a Senior Human Resources Representative to join our North America Supply Chain Team in Asheville, NC. This full-time, on-site HR position at our Asheville Global Wipes site supports approximately 110 non-exempt associates and 8-10 exempt leaders. Responsibilities include leading and executing strategic and tactical talent priorities to create an engaging, high-performance work environment. Key areas of focus include staffing, compensation administration, associate engagement, talent and performance development, performance management, succession planning, and employee and labor relations.

What’s in it For You:

The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

What You Will Do:

Provides forward thinking HR consultation on strategic and operational issues by proactively assessing work environment, culture, and identifying and implementing appropriate action. This may include developing and implementing programs in the areas of talent and performance development, rewards/recognition, employee engagement or other initiatives to improve overall organization health and performance.

Partner with Talent Acquisition team to drive talent acquisition, engagement, and retention initiatives to ensure a robust talent pipeline for short and long-term objectives.

Coach and develop managers in employee relations, performance management, talent development, and other key areas.

Mitigate organizational risk by ensuring compliance with all employment laws.

Enhance culture and associate engagement through effective Engagement Survey Action Planning (HUMU). Create focus groups to further explore the results of the engagement survey to help develop action plans.

Serve as a resource for managers and associates by interpreting policies and procedures.

Maintain personnel records with a high level of confidentiality.

Coordinate, implement, and evaluate Engagement and Inclusion events, communications, initiatives, and partnerships with the E&I Committee.

Oversee the development and delivery of new hire onboarding and training plans to ensure associates are prepared to perform essential job functions safely and productively.

Primary work done on day shift hours (M-F). Will need to work nights or weekends, on occasion to support employee engagement events.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related area

5 years of Human Resources experience, with a heavy focus on employee relations and employee engagement

Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Customer service focused

Superior communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and associates

Strong organizational, time, and project management skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines

Ability to identify opportunities for improvement, develop strategies, and implement solutions

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Workday with technical aptitude

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years’ experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment

MBA or MA in Human Resources or Industrial Relations

Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and/or High Performing Work Systems (HPWS)

Instructional design or curriculum design experience

Bilingual (Spanish speaking)

Reports to the Regional Senior Human Resources Manager.

This is an onsite position.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this opportunity.

Benefits 

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits. 

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Covid-19 Vaccine Notice

Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab. 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.