Human Resources Manager (Trucking)

Modern Machining Solutions Inc; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Modern Machining Solutions Inc in the greater Knoxville area has an immediate opening for an HR Manager in the Trucking / Transportation division, overseeing 450+ drivers and a team including terminal managers, dispatchers, routers, and driver supervisors.

The role leads two HR Generalists/Recruiters, coordinates driver background checks, pre-employment screenings, and DOT physicals, and drives hiring and on-boarding.

Qualifications

• BS degree required with PHR or SPHR certification.
• Experience with FMCSA Compliance and Driver Qualification files required.
• Experience in Truck Driving / Transportation industry or related Logistics field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead two HR Generalists / Recruiters.
• Coordinate driver background checks, pre-employment medical screenings, and DOT physicals.
• Lead interviewing, hiring, and on-boarding of new drivers.
• Maintain employee benefit programs and develop retention and training initiatives.

Skills

Driver background checks

Interviewing

Onboarding

Employee development

Education

BS degree

PHR certification

SPHR certification

Job description

Major corporation in the greater Knoxville TN area has immediate opening for an HR Manager in their Trucking / Transportation division employing 450+ truck drivers and support personnel including terminal managers, dispatchers, routers, driver supervisors, etc. The HR Manager will lead two HR Generalists / Recruiters. This is a multi-site role, but travel is not significant.

The HR Manager will ensure Driver Background Checks, Pre-Employment Medical Screenings, and DOT Physicals are coordinated and in compliance. Will be heavily involved in interviewing, hiring, and on-boarding new drivers.

The HR Manager will also maintain employee benefit programs in addition to developing new programs focusing on retention, employee development, and training.

Qualified candidates will have BS degree along with PHR or SPHR certification. Experience with FMCSA Compliance and Driver Qualification files is required. Must have previous experience in Truck Driving / Transportation industry or related Logistics field.

This is an employer of choice with an excellent culture and professional leadership team.

Relocation Assistance IS available.