Human Resources Manager
About the role
The Human Resources Manager serves as the arm of the Business Partner for this facility, managing all local HR activities in support of exempt and non-exempt employees. In addition, this position develops, implements and executes human resources/business strategies and programs and provides counseling and guidance in support of key business initiatives and day-to-day operational concerns.
Responsibilities
- Build strong floor presence by spending time with employees, monitoring workplace dynamics, conducting employee relations counseling, and leading investigations/resolution of employee concerns.
- Partner with management to review and improve HR policies, procedures, and practices while providing guidance on employee-related matters.
- Serve as a strategic HR advisor, delivering leadership and consulting support to help achieve operational and business objectives.
- Lead workforce planning efforts by identifying staffing needs, developing hiring strategies, managing temporary labor vendors, and ensuring the right talent is in place.
- Track and analyze key workforce metrics—including staffing levels, turnover, absenteeism, recruiting, compensation, and promotions—using Kronos/UKG data and reporting tools.
- Oversee payroll and benefits administration while supporting employee development through supervisory skills training, compliance training, and one-on-one mentoring for supervisors.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business discipline, logistics, human resources or equivalent experience
- 5+ years progressively responsible experience in HR
- HR Certification preferred
- Thorough knowledge of current employment laws regarding recruiting, workers compensation, affirmative action/equal employment opportunity, wage and hour regulation, benefits
- 5 years team facilitation and development, and grievance handling
- Experience working in a fiduciary capacity with responsibility for maintaining the confidential nature of relationships with managers and employees
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business discipline, logistics, human resources or equivalent experience
- 5+ years progressively responsible experience in HR
- HR Certification preferred
- Thorough knowledge of current employment laws regarding recruiting, workers compensation, affirmative action/equal employment opportunity, wage and hour regulation, benefits
- 5 years team facilitation and development, and grievance handling
- Experience working in a fiduciary capacity with responsibility for maintaining the confidential nature of relationships with managers and employees
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Benefits
At Kuehne+Nagel, you will enjoy a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. The target base salary range for this position is between $95,000 and $100,000. Base salary is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles.
Pay
The target base salary range for this position is between $95,000 and $100,000.
Schedule
Onsite
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