Human Resources Manager - Milwaukee, United States - Stryten Energy

Stryten Energy

Verified Company

Milwaukee, United States

2 days ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Overview:
Stryten Energy manufactures proprietary and custom injection molding products serving the industrial lead battery, automotive and consumer markets. Stryten Energy is expanding battery poly manufacturing and recycling output to help solve industry-wide supply constraints.

The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for employee/labor relations, staffing, performance management, training and development, and administration of HR policies, procedures and processes in partnership with HR and Business leadership.

Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to interact within all levels of the organization to promote strategic alignment with Company policies, goals and objectives.

Advocates positive labor relations and employee engagement through proactive communications and programs, including employee focus groups, researching and developing best practices, and stimulating employee involvement in all areas. Focus on developing a positive culture of continuous improvement.
Interfaces with the Union Leadership to provide guidance and direction on grievances, arbitrations, ULP's, contract interpretations and implementation.
Utilizing the CBA manages the hourly employee annual wage and benefit review process for the plant. Makes recommendations on changes to job classifications and wage rates employee benefits to promote plant efficiency and remain competitive in the local labor market.
Prepares for arbitrations and represents the organizations in arbitrations.
Establishes and maintains department records and reports in accordance to records retention guidelines. Participates in plant staff meetings and attends other meetings as required.
Responsible for conducting confidential investigations regarding employee relations concerns, complaints. Seeks guidance as needed from Corporate Human Resources on risks, resolution and actions.

Interpret, apply, and enforce HR policies, procedures and ensure that processes exist and are consistent in all departments.

Serve as key member of HR team, and confidential advisor to leaders on human resource related matters.
Respond and address managers and employees questions/concerns/issues promptly and effectively.
Improve employee engagement and employee relations in order to retain talent through proactive programs, including leadership development and training, supervisory and management training and stimulate employee involvement in all areas.
Provide support for performance management and merit planning processes for respective areas.
Advise managers on employee performance issues, including providing counseling on a development plan, and develop a Performance Improvement Plan if needed.
Identifies key data sources and utilizes datadriven insights about important departmental metrics to improve business decisions.
Facilitate and manage roll out of Corporate and Americas based leadership development and training programs as required.
Ensure compliance with all federal and state requirements such as AAP, EEOC, OFCCP, FMLA, I9s, etc.
Ability to build relationships and works well across functions.
Employs effective time management skills and meets deadlines. Manages multiple assignments simultaneously and has strong organizational skills. Demonstrates a strong attention to detail.
Demonstrates crossfunctional expertise and thrives in a highly complex environment.
Demonstrates prudent judgment when making important decisions by utilizing knowledge of industry best practices and current trends. Works with diverse stakeholders and builds strong, collaborative relationships. Manages competing agendas and priorities across different functional departments.
Has a "can do" attitude and a positive outlook, while minimizing negative behaviors. Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness as a selfstarter.

Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education, Experience, Certifications:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Labor Management or related field or advanced degree is required.
PHR or SPHR is preferred.
7+ years previous experience in human resource management, including knowledge of compensation practices, employee/labor relations, performance management, employment law, planning and project management.
3+ years experience in a Unionized Manufacturing Plant HR leadership position required.

Competencies, Skills, Knowledge:

Collaborative/team based management style.
Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills required.
Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment guidelines is required.
Strong computer skills including Windowsbased programs such as Excel, Power Point, Word and Outlook is required.
Strong HR presence, capable of engendering trust and confidence of all elements of the workforce.
Capable of serving as an effective advocate of emplo