Human Resources Manager - Cook Group

The Human Resources Manager develops business partnerships across all Functional areas in order to deliver value added service to management and employees reflecting the business objectives of the organization. This position acts as a strategic partner and consultant to management and employees on HR related issues and leads and directs the day to day operations for the HR functional team.

• Analyze trends and metrics to make recommendations regarding solutions, programs and policies
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues
• Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with legal counsel as needed/required
• Provide day to day performance management guidance to management and employees
• Ensure compliance with all applicable company, federal, and local safety and environmental regulations, guidelines and policies, including Code of Conduct and leadership expectations
• Ensure effective use of personnel throughout the department
• Provide guidance and coaching to HR Generalists engaged in departmental restructures, workforce planning and succession planning

• Ensure the HR team is growing and developing in their HR business partnership capabilities
• Guide departmental operations and personnel by way of performance reviews, training and development programs, setting and tracking goals and objectives, and promoting fiscal responsibility
• Build and maintain strong and diverse relationships across the organization, including functional leaders, peers, senior management, and subordinates
• Manage internal training ensuring that employees are receiving proper training to effectively perform in their positions
• Prioritize critical versus non-critical issues, and communicate the critical issues to functional leadership and Global HR Director in a clear and timely manner
• Assist Global Director of Human Resources as required
• Must have effective oral, written and presentation skills

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field; or experience of such kind and amount as to provide a comparable background
• Minimum 5 years experience in Human Resources or related field
• PHR or SPHR certification strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of applicable regulatory standards (FDA, CFR, OSHA, etc.)

• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Working knowledge and experience with a variety of HRIS and ATS

Physical Requirements:

• Works under general office environmental conditions
• Sitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, etc.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel or crouch

• Some overnight travel may be required