HR Manager

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Schedule: Primarily Monday to Friday - 24/7 mfg. hours to show support might be necessary in off hours and weekends.

Work Location:  495 S 99th Ave Tolleson, AZ

Salary, based on experience and other qualifications: $73,000 to $115,000 with additional bonus potential

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Operational Support & Administration: 

• Maintain accurate personnel files and confidential HR records. 

• Process new hire paperwork, terminations, and employee status changes. 

• Assist with the administration of benefits programs, payroll, and leave requests. 

• Manage and administer employee benefits, including open enrollment and claims resolution. 

• Conduct exit interviews and analyze data to identify trends. 

• Manage complex HR projects and initiatives. 

• Develop and manage the HR budget. 

• Partner with the steering team and finance to set and manage site headcount in the Annual Operating Plan (AOP). 

Employee Engagement, Relations & Compliance: 

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies and procedures. 

• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.  

• Coordinate logistics for plant-wide events and activities with each month’s event sponsor. 

• Assist in communicating details of events to all employees. 

• Gather employee feedback on event effectiveness through simple surveys. 

• Handle employee relations issues, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions. 

• Conduct investigations into employee complaints. 

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws. 

• Provide guidance and coaching to managers on HR best practices and employee relations. 

• Act as a subject matter expert on complex compliance issues, such as ADA, Workers Compensation and FLSA.  

• Coordinate calendar of monthly events or activities by working with steering team sponsors. 

• Help steering team develop and implement new engagement initiatives based on employee feedback. 

• Collaborate with department managers and supervisors to encourage event participation. 

• Serve as a key point of contact for the employee engagement committee and other stakeholders. 

• Manage budget for all employee engagement programs and events. 

Talent Acquisition & Learning & Development: 

• Assist in the recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews. 

• Support the onboarding and orientation process for new employees. 

• Develop and implement recruiting strategies to attract top talent. 

• Coordinate and facilitate training and development programs. 

• Design and oversee comprehensive training and development programs for all employees, including overseeing of Learning & Development team members. 

• Partner with leaders to ensure accurate and timely feedback is given to team members through Talent Development process. 

• Develop succession planning strategies. 

Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement: 

• Create and distribute internal communications related to HR policies and updates. 

• Maintain and update the HR information system with employee data. 

• Participate in improvement projects. 

• Actively participate in all required training. 

• Participate in 5S efforts. 

• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify areas for improvement. 

• Develop and update company policies and procedures. 

• Lead continuous improvement efforts within the HR department and across the organization. 

• Develop and implement a communication strategy for HR-related announcements. 

Knowledge, Training and Experience: 

Education & Experience: 

• Experience and aptitude with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems). 

• Advanced computer skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook). 

• Previous experience in Human Resources. 

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred 

• 3+ years’ experience as an HR Generalist. 

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred. 

Technical & Mechanical Skills: 

• Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues. 

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. 

• Strong customer service, relationship-building, and follow-up skills. 

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. 

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Strong problem-solving abilities. 

• Results-driven and process-oriented mindset. 

• Proven analytical capabilities. 

• Strategic thinking and business acumen. 

• Project management mindset. 

• Thorough knowledge of current trends and issues in Human Resources Management. 

Safety & Compliance: 

• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations preferred. 

• Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures. 

Teamwork, Communication & Leadership: 

• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. 

• Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. 

• Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels). 

• Advanced levels lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision. 

Personal Attributes & Work Ethic: 

• Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed. 

• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. 

• Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement. 

Physical Demands:   

• Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.  

• Must have good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.   

• Must have normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.   

• Employee must wear all required PPE according to the specific manufacturing environment, as outlined in the Employee Handbook, posted policies, or as directed by leadership.   

• Must adhere to all safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out, safe lifting techniques, and others as instructed.   

• Exposure to wet, humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations depending on the area assigned   

• Must maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any food safety or quality issues immediately to management. 

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