Human Resources Manager

Aston Carter - Ames, IA

Full-time - Mid Level

Ames, IA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Human Resources Manager will lead the HR department in Ames, Iowa, focusing on developing and implementing HR strategies, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. This role requires a dedicated professional with extensive experience in human resources management, particularly in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruiting, selection, and retention strategies.
• Communicate the local Total Rewards programs: Pay for Skills Program, health, dental, life, and vision.
• Assess staff and management training requirements and create programs to meet career development needs.
• Direct the implementation of HR policies, programs, and procedures.
• Prepare and manage the labor budget, including analyzing results and developing recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor workers' compensation claims and coordinate work between employees and insurance carriers in collaboration with Health, Safety, Environmental Professional (HSE).
• Facilitate and lead the communication process among all levels of the organization.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state legislation pertaining to all personnel matters.
• Assess job descriptions and benchmark pay of positions; review classification of positions and rewrite as needed.
• Manage conflict resolution, team building, and employee skill evaluations.
• Provide leadership and direction for Plant ERG's and D&I improvements in collaboration with Plant Director and in alignment with global targets.
• Respond to employee relation issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations, and civil rights complaints.
• Monitor performance management and develop training plans.
• Serve as the reference point for the company that provides security to the plant.
• Be accountable for the responsibilities of the local crisis coordinator as defined by the crisis manual.
• Monitor proper documentation of OSHA recordable and annual required OSHA training.
• Oversee Facilities Management and support the environmental policy and the continuous improvement of the pollution prevention/sustainable processes at the plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Relations, Human Resources, or related field.
• Minimum of eight years' management experience in the human resources function, preferably within a production facility and with progressive responsibility.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• 7 years of experience with online talent attraction and employer branding.
• 5-7 years of experience managing vendors.
• Experience partnering with management and staff in a team-based environment while handling confidential information with judgment and discretion.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in a multi-national environment is a plus.
• HR certification is a plus.