Sr. Human Resources Business Partner - Gateway Recruiting, INC.

Position Summary:

The Sr. HR Business Partner provides strategic direction and tactical oversight of human resources for the axle manufacturing campus.  We are looking for a highly experienced, driven HR Professional.

As the HR Leader of this large manufacturing site, you will be responsible for activities including but not limited to:  

• Promoting the Company’s vision, mission, cultural principles, and commitment to safety and employee engagement through demonstrated actions, communications, and training and through leading by example.   
• Managing implementation of and ongoing compliance to human resources policies and procedures to meet organizational needs and comply with local, state, and federal laws.
• Monitors state and local laws to ensure ongoing compliance. 
• Developing and recommending policies and procedures to address plant human resources needs that are not covered within the scope of company-wide policies, including but not limited to policies related to state and local laws, hourly attendance and paid-time-off, shift hours and overtime, job bidding and job training. 
• Consulting with plant management and HR team regarding human resources issues, company policies, and applicable laws.  
• Seeks guidance and/or approval as needed. 
• Maintaining satisfactory relations between management and employees, while ensuring protection of company interests and rights.
• Takes an active role in continually improving the effectiveness of the plant’s management and supervision staff as it relates to maintaining satisfactory employee relations.   
• Advising management on employee and labor relations issues, including the consistent and effective administration of employee discipline. 
• Ensuring satisfactory relations between management and organized labor, while assuring maintenance of management and union avoidance where applicable.  
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of HR best practices and legal requirements.   
• Leading or participating in workforce investigations related to employee complaints and suspected misconduct. 
• Participating in grievance responses and arbitration requests and participating in contract negotiations.  
• Assists with union avoidance activities. 
• Coordinating the plant’s staffing activities, including but not limited to recruitment, candidate screening and selection, hiring, and effective onboarding. 
• Ensuring the plant’s recruitment and hiring activities are conducted in a manner consistent with company policies. 
• Supporting Talent Acquisition in the hiring activities related to filling key salaried positions. 
• Maintaining and managing administration of hourly employee compensation systems that are legally compliant, competitive, and aligned with company financial, hiring, and retention goals. 
• Coordinating salaried performance management process and merit-based pay increases. 
• Administering and supporting the health & welfare and retirement plans for the plant, including managing the open enrollment process and providing related employee education and support. 
• Ensuring HR systems and records, including those related to personnel, compensation, and benefits are accurate and are maintained in an organized and legally compliant manner. 
• Maintaining adherence to effective Workers' Compensation administration practices to assure the company provides timely and appropriate care and rehabilitation for work-related injuries and illnesses, while guarding against fraud and abuse. 
• Developing and implementing effective and efficient training programs to meet plant goals and employee development needs.
• Participating in the delivery and administration of some training programs. 
• Communicating with management and legal counsel regarding human resources related litigation as needed.
• Providing effective employee communications. 
• Travels as needed to perform assigned duties. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Management, Organizational Leadership or a comparable discipline is a MUST.
• Minimum of 10 years direct supervisory/managerial experience; or an equivalent in combination of education and experience. 
• The ideal candidate has previous experience leading HR in a large manufacturing environment.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of business, HR processes, and organizational processes. 
• Understanding of applicable federal and state laws (FLSA, ADA/AA, NLRA, FMLA, ACA, etc.). 
• Keen attention to detail; ability to deliver high-quality, timely, and accurate work. 
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. 
• Ability to drive timelines and coordinate across groups to deliver on a common goal.
• Senior Professional in Human Resources Certification (SPHR) and/or SHRM Certified Senior Professional Certification (SHRM-SCP) is preferred but not required. 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus!

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