Corporate Human Resources Manager - Viskase Companies, Inc.

The Corporate Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing and deploying standardization and alignment strategies for core HR programs regarding Culture and Engagement, Policy and Compliance, Employee Relations and Talent Management and Development. This role is a highly visible role in the organization, reporting to the Vice President of Global Human Resources.

The Corporate Human Resources Manager will partner closely with all levels of the organization, including senior executives (US and globally) to ensure HR programs are aligned, consistent and are administered to align the overall people strategy the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Culture and Engagement

• Create and rollout culture and engagement strategies
• High morale and high-performance environment
• Champion DE&I strategies
• Develop and influence a safe and positive workplace
• Partner with different stakeholders to drive an effective branding strategy
• Partner with stakeholders to develop and implement a reward and recognition program for milestones and achievements and other employee engagement strategies
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement to provide recommendations and/or actionable insights to drive employee and Company engagement and performance
• Influences leaders to drive a culture of diversity and inclusion in hiring and talent management processes

Policy and Compliance

• Ensure policy alignment and houses all global policies – ensures standardization when applicable
• Update policies to align with business needs, goals and Company values with cultural emphasis to drive desired behaviors
• Partners with US leadership on interpretation and application of policy, while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state statutes
• Partners with HR globally with policy development and alignment
• Promotes and integrates affirmative action and diversity efforts into policies and programs
• Updates policies when applicable based on changes of Company Culture and/or employment law changes

Employee Relations

• Responds to employee relation issues such as employee complaints and harassment allegations via direct complaint or via employee hotline
• Coach managers and employees through complex, difficult and emotional issues
• Provides coaching and counsel to all locations regarding employee relations’ issues
• Manages Whistleblower hotline and partners with legal when necessary
• May investigate employee issues and conflicts and brings them to resolution

Talent Management and Development

• Lead and oversee all aspects of talent management and development programs within the organization
• Champion performance review process and ensures calibration is completed
• Designs and implements strategies to attract, retain and develop top talent
• Creates career development paths, training programs, and succession planning initiatives
• Creates templates for hiring manager to ensure new employees are properly onboarded and trained
• Provides coaching and mentorship to employees and management on talent development and performance management
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of talent management programs and recommends improvements
• Creates & communicates clear career pathways to help employees see their future within the company.

Education and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or other business related field
• At least 5-10 years’ relevant experience in managing HR compliance with cultural company strategies
• Proven experience in talent management, people and leadership development, succession planning and HR strategy
• Strong knowledge with employee relations’ and employment law
• Experience with creating and implementing cultural changes for an evolving environment
• HR experience in a global company is strongly preferred
• Phenomenal communication, presentation, and public speaking skills.
• Critical thinking and decision making.

Thank you for your interest and consideration of a career with Viskase!

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About Us

Viskase is a global powerhouse in the food packaging industry, renowned for delivering top-tier artificial casings and a comprehensive range of casings and nettings. With a remarkable legacy spanning over a century, Viskase has consistently revolutionized the meat processing sector. Notably, the company is responsible for manufacturing 30% of the world's hot dog casings, underscoring its dominant position in this market. What sets Viskase apart is its extensive global presence, boasting 11 manufacturing facilities and 9 sales offices strategically located in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, Italy, Brazil, Poland, and the Philippines.

Viskase Companies Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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