HR Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:
As the Human Resources Manager you will play a vital role in establishing and shaping the HR function for our startup greenfield company. You will have the opportunity to build and implement human resources policies procedures and initiatives from the ground up. Your expertise in attracting and retaining top talent fostering a positive work culture and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations will be essential. This is a strategic and handson role that requires a proactive and adaptable individual who can effectively manage HR operations in a fastpaced and dynamic startup environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure that employment policies procedures and practices comply with applicable federal state and local laws and are consistent with the organizations values.
Directs and performs all relevant functions relating to compliance hiring training compensation termination career development or retirement.
Develop and oversee company employee benefit programs including medical dental life disability and 401(k).

Partner with leadership and benefits brokers to establish a cost effective and competitive benefits strategy.
Responsible for development and management of the Human Resources budget.
Develop and forecast talent acquisition and retention strategies.
Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs job requirements and organizational goals in this greenfield operation.
Administer and continuously improve the performance management system ensuring clear expectations feedback and development opportunities for employees.
Handle employee relations matters providing guidance and support to resolve conflicts issues and concerns effectively.
Establish and maintain employee records ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Design and implement the employee benefits program including enrollment communication and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Stay updated on employment laws and regulations ensuring company compliance and proactively advising management on changes or potential risks.
Develop and deliver training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge taking into consideration the unique needs of a startup greenfield company.
Implement and maintain HRIS (Human Resources Information System) and other HRrelated software tools suitable for a growing startup operation.
Conduct exit interviews analyze data and identify trends to improve retention and employee satisfaction.
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams on HRrelated projects such as organizational development employee engagement and talent management.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with professionalism and integrity.

Other duties may be assigned based on business needs and conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in human resources or 7 years work experience in a Human Resources environment with increasing responsibility in a related industry may be substituted.
Ability to plan and direct the work of your assigned direct reports.
Monitors performance and provides feedback to direct reports through formal and informal performance feedback; regularly communicates with staff to achieve mutual understanding and
desired results.
Computer Proficiency in all MS Office Software Applications including MS Word MS Excel MS
PowerPoint familiarity with Adobe software MS SharePoint and other Human Resources Information Systems.
Ability to multitask work in a fastpaced environment and set priorities.
Knowledge of the current employment laws and regulations including but not limited to FLSA EEOAffirmative Action FMLA ADA and other governmental regulations.
Must have active listening skills superior interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills including the ability to negotiate and influence internal and external customers.
Ability to manage conflict and facilitate successful outcomes.
Must have analytical skills to identify the underlying principles motivations reasons or facts by breaking down information during coaching or investigations.
Must demonstrate a consistent sense of urgency and creativity.
Strong troubleshooting analytical and problemsolving skills.
International and domestic travel as required
HR certification (e.g. SHRMCP PHR) is a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Standard office environment in a temperaturecontrolled office with normal air contaminants such as dust typically found in an office setting.
Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of normal office equipment (computers telephones
etc.
Position requires occasional prolonged periods of standing and walking distances inside the plant.
Type and read on a computer; communicate in person on telephone through written correspondence.

May require standing stooping reaching pushing and pulling.
All offers of Employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test and background check.