HR Manager

HR Manager

This role is located in the South Bend, IN.

What We Offer :

• Creative, innovative, collaborative, and flexible work environment
• Challenging and progressive career development
• Competitive pay programs!
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits
• Retirement Program with Excellent Employer Match!
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacations and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Open communication, recognition, and team-building events
• And much more to motivated, results-oriented individuals who want to make a real difference in their community and role

What You'll Do :

As the Human Resources Manager, you will research, plan, manage and implement HR & Safety processes, policies, programs and reporting for the business group to ensure aligned business / people goals are achieved.

Your Accountabilities in the Role :

• Manages the day-to-day administration of policies and employee relation activities and for a positive employee relations atmosphere.
• Partners with leaders to provide HR services that integrates and aligns people towards the business objectives.
• Manages, reviews / edits, and coordinates the HR & Safety policies / procedures to ensure effective utilization and ensure overall compliance.
• Manages and supports the recruitment and subsequent development of employees through comprehensive posting, screening, orientation, coordinated training and performance development / merit processes to promote employee engagement and retention.
• Manages the daily administration, communication, and systems for the benefit programs and re-enrollments following plan design and changes, maintaining consistency and accuracy.
• Manages and maintains the HRIS administration system, ensuring accurate time entry coordination to ensure timely and accurate processes, in line with payroll practices and compliance factors.
• Manages and maintains database systems, employee files, Job Descriptions, etc. for consistency, accuracy and compliance, while exploring and implementing improvements for optimum use, accuracy and reporting of information.
• Manages the review, customization, and implementation of new and / or current personnel practices, offering suggestions towards enhancements based on daily administration issues and organizational changes to improve organizational effectiveness and communication.
• Manages the HR budget for the assigned site(s); tracks expenditures and ensures accountability for performing at or favorable to budget.

Provides recommendations to management annually.

• Negotiates with and contracts outside suppliers for effective relationships and outcomes.
• Represents the Company in investigations, hearings, audits, community activities, etc., ensuring successful outcomes and that the Company's brand and reputation is maintained in the process.

Position Requirements :

• Education : Bachelor's Degree in Business, Organizational Leadership, or HR preferred; may consider an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience : 3 + years of progressive experience in a "Hands On" HR comprehensive generalist-type management role within a manufacturing or distribution environment preferred, working with a large hourly group;

experience with implementing new policies, coaching managers, and employee relations / investigation activities. Working knowledge of payroll and attendance software is preferred.

Company is non-union but an understanding of union environment for avoidance would be preferred.

• Certification(s) : SHRM-CP or PHR preferred - or willing to obtain.
• Functional Skills : Excellent skills in researching, planning, prioritizing and administering activities, policies, and programs;

ability to find the facts and problem-solve; great with details and multi-tasking; highly organized, with solid follow-through to get things done well.

Strong math, analysis, and managing to a budget.

Technical Aptitude / Skills : Advanced ability with technology and systems; proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Experience with payroll systems.

• Language Skills : Excellent written and verbal skills; able to present to individuals and groups; will provide HR training to others at all levels.
• Leadership / Behaviors : Assertive yet supportive / collaborative personality to ensure policies are handled well with options for the Supervisors;
• proactive approach to reviewing / implementing new practices to achieve desired results; able to relate to people at all levels;
• team and people focused; reliable team member, high level of personal and professional integrity, polished demeanor, innovative mindset;

able to consistently produce high-quality work and deliver exceptional service; able to be negotiate contracts and is discrete with confidential information.

Culture Match Behaviors : Enjoys and thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, with a huge drive to create an impact while also being a respectful problem-solver and a collaborative, continuous learning team member.

Other Important Information :

Pay / Salary : Salary is commensurate with proven expertise.

And, the compensation will grow as the team member grows!

Reports To : Director of HR

Core Hours : 7 : 00 am - 6 : 00 pm (Will work 8-9 hours in that time frame; some flexibility in hybrid work as needed on Fridays)

Typical Work Week : M-F; some additional hours when needed; typically, 45 hours a week on average

Direct Reports : Strong HR Admin / Specialist

Travel : Limited

Work Conditions : Office / Manufacturing environment

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer