Human Resource Manager

Job Description

Position Summary:

LaMotte is searching for a Human Resource Manager for their Chestertown, MD facility who is hands-on and possesses the discipline to work towards a vision as well as being an excellent team player with a positive attitude. The HR Manager reports to the Vice President of Human Resources and will lead all day-to-day human resources functions and activities for the plant. Responsibilities include managing plant employee relations, recruiting and retaining talent, maintaining data within the Human Resources information system, tracking accurate departmental records to ensure compliance with regulations, and coordinate special events as needed. Other activities include actively participating in initiatives to encourage and support LaMottes culture. It is essential for the HR Manager to maintain confidential employee and company information within the Human Resources Department while providing day-to-day HR services assisting in various initiatives throughout the Chestertown facility.

Job Responsibilities:

· Employee Engagement- provide support within performance management, talent management, employee relations, change leadership, team member recognition, communication, organizational changes.

· Employee Relations- manage and lead employee relations in the plant by addressing issues/concerns and bridging VP of HR as needed.

· Talent Acquisition- support selections of the talent acquisition process and recommendations regarding key hiring decisions within the business.

· HR Policies & Programs- communicate and ensure a fair and consistent interpretation and application of company policies, practices, and procedures that create and maintain a people first culture.

· Culture- partner with Plant Manager to foster a positive and winning culture and drive change by working with our team members, employees, and communities.

· Training- administer and promote new employee training.

Assess additional training needs with managers to apply and monitor training programs.

· Attendance Management- assist with tracking attendance points in system with the payroll manager. Work with supervisors/managers monitoring employee issues, attendance calendars, and disciplinary actions for point levels.

· Payroll Assistance- back-up Payroll & Attendance Manager for payroll processing and functions with knowledge of both exempt and non-exempt hourly (production and non-production) payroll for employees through payroll/HR system (Paylocity).

· Records & Metrics- maintains required records, reports, statistics and files. Assists with preparation and analysis of HR metrics.

· Compliance- ensure legal compliance for all HR functions.

· Benefits- knowledge within benefits administration.

· Employee leave tracking- Manage tracking of employees on leave, such as disability, FMLA etc., through processes. Oversee administration of employer portion for short term disability, long term disability and life insurance claims.

· Safety- active in safety committee and commitment to helping in building safety procedures and culture.

· Completes special projects and other duties as assigned by Vice President of Human Resources.

Miscellaneous:

1. Notifies manager of any process, quality, equipment, safety, personnel problems, etc. and cooperates in resolving such issues as well. For example, requests assistance when systems prevent the efficient performance of duties or when a system fails.

2. Complies with all Company policies (i.e. personnel, safety, etc.).

3. Located in the Chestertown, MD Facility with occasional travel to our Newark, DE Facility.

4. Performs other duties as assigned. (Such duties may or may not be essential functions of the job.)

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

A bachelors degree with a minimum of five plus years of experience in human resources is required. A hands-on HR generalist or HR manager with manufacturing experience is preferred with payroll admin background a plus.

· Experience with Paylocity software desired or other payroll processing system.

· Proficient computer skills using Word, Excel, database management.

· Must be ethical, trustworthy, professional, able to maintain confidentiality, and a team player.

· Strong interpersonal skills: pleasant demeanor, good listener, tactful/diplomatic, good oral and written communication.

· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.

· Experience guiding managers through HR-related issues.

· Excellent administrative and organizational skills including the ability to pay attention to details and perform tasks accurately.

· Excellent time management skills and ability to work under intense pressure to meet deadlines.

· Good judgment/decision making skills.

Environmental/Physical Factors: Works indoors in temperature-controlled environment. No significant exertion required. Primarily sits at desk, works on computer, talks on telephone, and interacts with employees. However, walks to and from other departments throughout the company, printers and fax machines, meetings, restroom, etc. May on occasion drive to and attend an offsite meeting or training seminar or pick up items locally for a company-sponsored event. When preparing for company-sponsored events, may assist with set up and break down of tables & chairs, transporting food, and cleanup.