Human Resources Manager

Mittera; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D Policies

Disability (Short/Long-Term)

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Volunteer Time Off

SHRM Membership

Job summary

Rock Communications (Mittera) is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead the HR department in a manufacturing environment. You will oversee hiring, payroll, benefits, leave, and compliance while partnering with leadership on talent strategy.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and the ability to handle sensitive investigations and disciplinary actions as part of a robust HR function at Mittera.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associates Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least two years of HR management experience preferred.
• PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP highly desired.
• Prior HR experience in manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR functions including hiring, interviewing, payroll, benefits, leave, and workers’ compensation while enforcing company policies.
• Partner with leadership to plan talent strategy, succession and critical role staffing.
• Support management with complex, sensitive HR issues and investigations.
• Oversee talent acquisition for production and administrative roles with managers.
• Communicate compensation, benefits, and policy changes internally.
• Develop learning and development programs and oversee disciplinary processes.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Organization

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Integrity & confidentiality

HR laws knowledge

Education

Associates degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Talent management systems

Job description

Rock Communications (Mittera) is looking for a Human Resources Manager to join our team! The Human Resource Manager will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, leave and worker’s compensation, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in the department.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the Business Unit’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Provides support and guidance to management and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.
• Act as a liaison between corporate and the Business Unit.
• Oversees the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for production and administrative roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Prepare internal employee communications regarding compensation, benefits, policies, or company updates.
• Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.
• Ability to establish strong partnerships with functional and business leaders to develop and execute on long and short-term HR strategies that directly support the Business Unit.

Education And Experience

• A minimum Associates Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• A minimum of two years of human resource management experience preferred.
• PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP highly desired.
• Previous HR experience in manufacturing environment strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department in the facility.

Benefits

Mittera is a leading-edge company that provides commercial and digital printing, finishing, graphic design, data analytics, direct mail processing, and fulfillment services. Mittera’s full-service approach connects data-driven revelations, bar-raising creative, and expertly printed materials to give our customers’ brand recognition it deserves. Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Policies
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Local and National SHRM Membership

Mittera is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.