HR Manager

Job Position: HR Manager

Location: Flint, MI 48507

Annual Pay Rate: $80k–$105k based on experience

Description:

Entech is seeking a Human Resources Manager for a leading manufacturer of returnable material handling systems with locations in and around Flint. This dynamic professional will lead the HR function and be responsible for all aspects of Human Resources, including policy and procedure implementation, benefits administration, employee and labor relations, recruiting, and more.

The ideal candidate will proactively assess and anticipate HR-related needs while serving as a trusted partner to plant management. This is a potential direct-hire opportunity offering an annual salary of $80,000–$105,000 based on experience.

Primary Duties:

• Serves as a working manager willing to do what it takes to carry out all HR initiatives.

• Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.

• Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.

• Assists Manufacturing and Plant Managers with grievance investigations and response. Attends meetings with union representatives to effectively resolve grievance issues.

• Maintains in-depth knowledge of state, federal and local legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with senior management and legal as needed/required to recommend best practices. Reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, OSHA regulations and employment law.

• Responsible for the administration and maintenance of company benefits program including 401k plan.

• Assists Safety Manager and plant personnel with investigation and oversight of employee injuries and Worker’s Compensation program.

• Prepares reports to track hiring and termination metrics and others as needed. Analyzes trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs, and policies.

• Oversees and assists as necessary with maintenance of personnel files.

• Ensures compliance with I-9 and other federally required forms and programs.

• Manages relationship with FMLA third party administrator to ensure compliance and assists with administration.

• Responds to unemployment claims and attends hearings as necessary.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.

• A minimum of five years of human resource management experience required.

• A minimum of three years’ experience in assisting with union collective bargaining agreement negotiations required.

• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Proficiency with, or the ability to quickly learn, the organization’s HRIS system.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Physical Requirements:

Generally located in an office environment. However, frequent, and often unplanned visits to plant sites will require presence on shop floor. Will be exposed to varying temperatures, noise levels. Must be willing and able to wear PPE as required. Must be willing and able to drive between locations. Must be able to operate standard office equipment. Lifting requirement will be no more than standard objects founds in office environments.

Benefits Offered after Direct Hire:

• 401(k) with company match

• Health, dental, vision insurance

• Company paid Long Term Disability Insurance

• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance Available

• Paid Time Off