Human Resources Manager

Flex N Gate; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is seeking an HR Manager to provide tactical and strategic leadership at the plant level. You will apply HR practices to support short- and long-term business goals and partner with the plant to implement company-wide HR projects.

The role requires strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills, with responsibility for recruitment, training, benefits, and employee relations across the facility.

Qualifications

• University degree in related field or equivalent.
• Community college diploma in related field or equivalent.
• Five years’ experience in Human Resources.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, financial reports, government regulations and legal documents.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Interprets HR policies and explains rules to associates and managers.
• Counsels management on associate relations policies and day-to-day wage, hour, and working condition decisions.
• Suggests revisions to policies and procedures for approval by HR leadership.
• Coordinates training participation with schools and vendors.
• Recruits and hires personnel and monitors staffing needs across departments.
• Manages termination documentation and exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.
• Prepares reports to reduce absenteeism and turnover and oversees orientation.
• Represents the organization in personnel hearings and related investigations as needed.
• Oversees workers' compensation program and coordinates with insurers.
• Leads problem solving and continuous improvement activities in HR.
• Provides specialist industrial relations and public relations support for the facility.
• Ensures training is delivered and records are maintained.
• Supervises HR staff and conducts performance appraisals and development.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Team Work

Problem Solving

Accountability

HR Knowledge

Initiative

Leadership

Education

University Degree in related field

Community College diploma in related field

Job description

Summary

The Human Resource Manager establishes the tactical and strategic Human Resource leadership at the plant level. Uses principles and practices of human resource management to contribute to the success of the short- and long-term business goals. Expertise in solving problems and the execution of objectives. Partners with the plant and support the implementation of company-wide Human Resource projects.

Core Competencies

• Analytical
• Communication
• Team Work
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Job Knowledge & Skills
• Initiative
• Leadership

Job Duties

• Understands and interprets HR policies and procedures and interprets the intent, spirit, and terms of each associates and managers. Explains to associates all company and governmental rules, regulations, and procedures, and the need for compliance.
• Counsels management in the application of effective associate relations policies and practices. Verifies adherence to associate relations, policies and practices day – to – day implementation of policies concerning wages, hours, and working conditions.
• Recommend revisions or drafts of new associate relations, policies and procedures required. Presents to the HR Director for approval.
• Screens, counsels, and recommends associates for participation in training and education programs. Coordinates associate participation in established training courses offered through community schools, professional service providers, and other vendors.
• Recruits and hires all levels of personnel for company needs and establishes company recruitment and hiring procedures. Monitors staffing requirements for all departments.
• Manages preparation of associate separation notices and related documentation, and exit interviews to determine reasons behind all separations.
• Prepares reports and recommends procedures to reduce absenteeism and turnover.
• Manages new associate orientation to foster positive attitude toward the company goals.
• May represent the organization at personnel related hearings and investigations and acts as the company representative for all legal proceedings against the company (EEOC, NLRB, Arbitrations).
• Oversees worker compensation program to minimize costs and coordinate problem areas with the insurance carrier.
• Participates in and conducts problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
• Responsible for providing specialist industrial relations and public relations services for the facility.
• Ensures new employees receive necessary training; ensures all employees receive necessary training.
• Gate keeper of all training records and files.
• Directly supervises associates in the Human Resources Department. Responsibilities included interviewing, hiring, and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraisal performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Monthly reporting of Departmental Metrics in Share Point.
• Responsible for all dealing concerning Employee Benefits, including: Health, Dental, Vision Life & Supplemental insurances; 401K; and all Unemployment Compensation; Workers Compensation.
• Ensures junior HR professionals ( Human resources Coordinators, and Human Resource Specialist) are providing customer- oriented service by training, supervising and coordinating work activities.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Requirements

• University Degree in related field or;
• Community College diploma in related field or;
• Five years’ experience in Human Resources
• Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets professional journals, financial reports, government regulations and legal documents.
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, associates, and or managers.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Proficiency with database applications and administration systems, specifically Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
• Ability to participate in developing procedures manuals and handbooks.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups and associates.
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.
• Strong analytical ability
• Supervisory and interpersonal skills are required
• Strong working knowledge of Human Resources Information System
• Strong decision making and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated good internal customer service skills
• Proven good presentation skills.
• Good presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Detail oriented
• Good computer skills

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

• “It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
• “Lots of growth opportunity.”
• “The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.