HR Manager

HR Manager

About the role

We are currently seeking an HR Leader to build and lead the Human Resources function for our new manufacturing facility in Norfolk, Virginia. This is a strategic founding role responsible for building the HR infrastructure from the ground up and leading a large-scale hiring effort across all levels of the organization. The HR Manager serves as the strategic “people” partner to the business, responsible for all HR functional areas including talent acquisition, employee/labor relations, training & development, communications & change management, workforce planning, and employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Leverage leadership development and other training platforms to improve leadership capability to drive business performance
• Develops, recommends various human resources plans and procedures for all personnel
• Plans and organizes activities of the department. Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems
• Build HR infrastructure from the ground up: policies, procedures, systems, and org structures for a new manufacturing facility in Norfolk, VA
• Lead full life-cycle recruitment for all exempt and non-exempt positions including high-volume hourly hiring; conducts new employee orientations and exit interviews
• Design and execute workforce planning and hiring strategy to support manufacturing launch
• Establish and manage ATS (Applicant Tracking System); develop sourcing strategies using Boolean search, LinkedIn Recruiter, and local talent pipelines
• Develop university/community college partnerships and participate in job fairs to build local talent pipeline for production roles
• Ensure OFCCP/EEO compliance across all recruitment and HR practices
• Resolves complex employee relations problems with focus on employee experience and positive business outcomes; collaborates with Legal as necessary
• Collaborates across business units on HR special projects; serves as mentor and evaluator to line level staff
• Manages hourly absenteeism and factory turnover; recommends and implements reduction procedures
• Manages department records and reports; maintain org charts, employee data, and ensures data privacy compliance
• Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs; maintains open door communication
• Responsible for administration of PTO, Attendance, and leaves of absence (FMLA, ADA, W/C, personal Leave, etc.)
• Collaborates with other HR team members to direct organizational needs, projects, employee events, and initiatives
• Partner with team members to effectively drive business results and achieve company goals
• Requires flexibility in schedule to cover multiple shifts
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience (Master’s degree preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience in startup/new manufacturing site setup (preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience leading high-volume full life-cycle recruiting across multiple requisitions simultaneously in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on ATS administration experience (Workday, Taleo, or equivalent); ability to implement and manage system from launch
• Experience with OFCCP/EEO compliance requirements in a federal contractor environment
• Proficiency with sourcing tools including LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean search techniques
• Experience building and leading an HR team (multi-level hiring, coaching, development)
• Background in employment, training, benefits, and wage/salary administration, communication and continuous improvement
• Results and people oriented, with sound judgement and the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen effectively and respond across all levels of the organization
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Knowledge with human resources laws and federal/state compliance requirements (Virginia/Norfolk area labor law knowledge preferred)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products; HRIS experience required

Benefits Offered

Full-Time Employees:

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Temporary/Contractors:

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.