Human Resources Manager - Manitowoc

Krueger International Incorporated; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays

Educational Reimbursement Program

Full Benefits Package

Job summary

Krueger International Incorporated in Manitowoc, WI, seeks an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR services at our manufacturing facility.

You will drive recruitment, performance management, compensation strategy, safety compliance, and staff development, while partnering with managers to build a high‑performing team.

The role requires a HR degree, 2+ years in HR/leadership, and certifications are preferred; Spanish skills are a plus in a diverse site environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Two years+ of HR and/or leadership experience with progressive responsibilities.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certifications preferred.
• Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support policies and procedures including handbook review and revisions.
• Assist managers with performance management, discipline and team building ensuring compliance with laws.
• Develop and oversee strategic employee programs.
• Lead investigations for harassment, discrimination and other claims.
• Manage leave of absences and accommodation requests.
• Coordinate employee recognition, budgeting and administration.
• Develop and coordinate performance review processes.
• Coach technicians, coordinators and managers as needed.
• Strategize recruitment of office and plant staff.
• Coordinate sourcing of candidates via ads, job fairs and educational relations.
• Develop and maintain job descriptions and essential functions.
• Develop and coordinate safety initiatives including awareness and training.
• Provide case management for workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs.
• Ensure OSHA policy, training and recordkeeping compliance.
• Forecast facility and career development needs.
• Schedule and conduct various training sessions throughout the year.
• Develop and manage the plant compensation program.
• Obtain market salary data and review internal equity.

Skills

Spanish language skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Job description

KI, a world class supplier of innovative and award-winning furniture solutions for business, educational, and healthcare environments, is seeking a Human Resources Manager to join our Manitowoc manufacturing facility.

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for the strategy and delivery of HR services in the areas of recruitment, performance management, compensation, organizational development, safety, legal compliance, policy and procedure development, and general day to day HR issues.

Responsibilities:

• Execute and support policies and procedures including handbook review and revisions.
• Assist managers with performance management, discipline and team building opportunities ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Develop and oversee strategic employee programs.
• Serve as lead investigator for harassment, discrimination and other claims/complaints.
• Manage leave of absences and accommodation requests.
• Coordinate employee recognition efforts including budgeting and administration.
• Develop and coordinate performance review process.
• Coach and council technicians, coordinators and managers as needed.
• Strategize and coordinate the recruitment of office and plant staff.
• Coordinate sourcing of candidates including advertising, job fairs and educational relationships.
• Develop and maintain job descriptions that accurately depict the essential functions, knowledge and strategy of the organization.
• Develop and coordinate safety initiatives including awareness, compliance, incentives and enforcement.
• Provide case management for worker’s compensation and return to work programs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regarding polices, training and recordkeeping.
• Forecast needs of facility and employee career development.
• Schedule and/or conduct various training sessions throughout the year.
• Maintain knowledge on Affi…
• Develop and manage the plant compensation program.
• Obtain market salary data and review internal equity to ensure plant technician wages remain competitive.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Two years+ of Human Resources and/or leadership experience with proven progressive responsibilities.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification(s) preferred.
• Spanish language skills preferred.

KI offers a welcoming work culture with competitive benefits for eligible employees. What KI offers you:

• Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays: Time off to recharge and spend with loved ones
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Support for degree programs and certifications.
• Full Benefits Package: Including short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).