HR Manager

Huber Engineered Materials - Shuqualak, MS

Full-time - Mid Level

Shuqualak, MS

1,001-5,000 employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

Manage the Shuqualak Facility in all aspects of Human Resources responsibilities while observing company policies and guidelines. Contributes to the creation of a productive and effective work environment by providing support and knowledge of the following Human Resources functional areas: workplace planning and employment, Human Resources development, recruiting, orientation and onboarding, compensation and benefits, payroll, employee and labor relations, occupational health & safety, training, security, HR law, wellness, budgeting, workers compensation, DE&I, and strategic management.

Responsibilities

• Recruit for the Shuqualak Area. Recruit for all Salary, Salary Non-Exempt, and Hourly positions. Also, manage the temporary services if applicable.
• During daily rounds of the Shuqualak Plant, identify and address issues that are brought to my attention. Analyze each issue, develop recommendations, and establish a strategic plan to address each issue for a positive outcome.
• Analyze issues identified by the Shuqualak Management and brought to my attention. Discuss each issue with the appropriate Leadership Team Member.
• Make decisions with the Plant Manager and upper management on addressing the issue.
• Be a coach and mentor to the Shuqualak Management team. Discuss with managers and supervisors any actions and behaviors I see that have negative and/or positive impacts.
• Administer Relocation Policy for all personnel relocating to the Shuqualak Area.
• Discuss with Shuqualak employees any issues of concern they identify. Work with the appropriate plant personnel to correct the issue.
• Develop an action plan to present to the appropriate management group.
• Act as the Shuqualak Workers Compensation Manager.
• Administer Shuqualak Grounds Security and assist with administering the gate system.
• Responsible for maintaining all employee records to ensure accuracy throughout HRIS records and employee files.
• Assist all employees with benefits administration, ensuring that all records are accurate, and issues are addressed in a timely manner.
• Manage the open enrollment process annually, ensuring all current employees have the information needed to make coverage decisions as plans and benefits change.
• Oversees charitable contributions.
• Represent the company by serving in local community relations such as Chamber of Commerce, Business Authority, etc.
• Act as the Crisis Communication Coordinator, handling all media communications and internal employee Communications for Shuqualak.
• Work with the Shuqualak Managers to develop succession plans, including organizational charts, succession plans for each department, top grading, action items, exempt resumes, career goals, and development plans for all exempt employees.
• Assist the Plant Manager with developing the Five (5) Year Strategy Plan for the plant.
• Responsible for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for the Shuqualak Facility.
• Oversee the Orientation and hiring process for the Shuqualak Plant.
• Manage the wage increase for hourly, salary non-exempt, and salary employees.
• Review all GPS Paths for Shuqualak for salaried exempt.
• Address all Shuqualak conflicts between management or between employees.
• Develop OP&B budget for the HR Department.
• Assist all other plant HR Managers with their concerns and issues.
• Develop and deliver a Management Development Program for Shuqualak.
• Oversee employment forecasting for the plant.
• Monitor and measure employee turnover rates while tracking the root causes.
• Assist with safety investigations for the plant.
• Develop the Affirmative Action Plan for the Shuqualak plant yearly.
• Maintain and update job descriptions annually.
• Perform job postings and awarding for all jobs at the Shuqualak Plant.

Requirements

• BS in Human Resources or Management required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in manufacturing.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, working knowledge of HRIS Systems.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and gain respect from all employees.
• PHR Certification/SHRM-CP a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Inclusive workplace where employees share core values.