Human Resources Manager

Responsibilities An exciting opportunity is available for an HR Manager to lead the HR function for Altec in Elizabethtown, KY.
Reporting to the Regional HR Manager, this position will support the General Manager and leadership team in designing, planning, implementing, and administering human resources programs for Elizabethtown Operations.
The purpose of the position, responsibilities, and minimum qualifications are as follows: PURPOSE OF POSITION: * Designs, plans and implements human resources programs for an Altec facility; Administers corporate policies relating to compensation, benefits, associate relations, training, and health and safety programs MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly accountable for and assigns responsibilities for the administration of the following duties: * Advises managers and associates on state and federal employment regulations, benefit and compensation policies, HR procedures etc.
* Supervises HR Representatives and/or Administrative Support Associates performing recruiting, payroll, benefits, and other HR duties * Conducts exit interviews and ensures that necessary employment termination paperwork is completed; determines trends and takes action as needed * Conducts meetings with Plant Managers and/or General Managers to determine staffing needs; creates strategies to source, select and retain highly qualified and capable associates; * Consults with or serves as a technical liaison between business, industry, and government * Implements, administers and evaluates HR programs including performance management, affirmative action and employment equity * Ensures company compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements; * Observes, interviews, and surveys associates and conducts focus group meetings to collect job, organizational, and occupational information; Evaluates positions, determining FLSA classification, essential functions, etc.
; * Plans and develops curricula and materials for training programs and conducts training; * Researches job and worker requirements, structural and functional relationships among jobs and occupations, and occupational trends; * Provides input to management for the resolution of associate relations issues and investigations; * Researches associate benefit and health and safety practices and recommends modifications to existing policies; * Acts as Company representative at conferences and events to promote Altec related programs * Conducts or directs the internal investigation of compliance issues; Conducts periodic internal reviews or audits to ensure that compliance procedures are followed; Consults with corporate attorneys as necessary to address difficult legal compliance issues * Participates in unemployment hearings with state government and third-party administrators * Serves as a confidential point of contact for associates to communicate with management * All other duties as assigned EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED: * Bachelor's Degree required * And one of the following o 7 years Altec Human Resources experience required with PHR Certification required, or o 7 Years minimum of Human Resources experience with 4 years of Spv/Mgr experience and PHR Certification required, or o 10 years minimum of Human Resources experience with 5 years of Spv/Mgr experience without PHR Certification required * Excellent computer skills required.
Prefer Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, and/or Oracle experience FINANCIAL BUDGETING, CAPITAL, AND/OR MANPOWER RESPONSIBILITIES: * Recommends capital and workforce planning needs to Upper Management * Understanding of Human Resources finances and their applicability to overall facility operations * Participate in annual budgeting process OTHER POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: * Demonstrated record of responsibility * Extremely detail oriented * Customer Service Oriented * Motivated, goal oriented and persistent * Maintain Company confidentiality * Must handle stress and deadlines well * Participate in Continuous Improvement Initiatives * Travel 0-25% Responsibility for Safety: * Safety In everything we do Responsibility to Prevent Errors: * Ensures appropriate reviews have been performed as needed for high quality Mental Alertness: * Continuous attention to all job functions ensuring quality products Communication with Others: * Requires outside and inside contacts to carry out company policy and programs; Improper handling will have considerable effect on operational results; Must often deal with matters requiring explanation, persuasion and obtaining of approvals Benefits Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Program Retirement 401(k) Traditional or Roth Program Options with Company Match Vacation and Holidays Parental Leave Short Term and Long Term Disability Leave Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Supplemental Insurance including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Additional Wellness Programs and Rewards Available EEO Statement Altec Industries, Inc.
and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.
Experience Level Adjustment Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted.