HR Manager

Dimensions of Job:

• Kaolin Plant with up to 85 employees including exempt and non-exempt employees.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Knowledge and application of policies and procedures
• Provides resource to answer questions from employees and managers regarding Human Resource programs policies and procedures/employment laws; establishes and maintains effective work relationships within department and all employees
• Conduct investigations regarding claims of harassment and other related work issues
• Manages Job Posting program and interview process
• Participate fully in assigned project teams and related project/ initiatives
• Works with external resources to schedule and participate in recruiting activities
• Assist the company in participating with Local High Schools Colleges and Technical Schools. Establishes partnerships that can benefit the local community
• Manages the process of recruiting and selecting qualified job candidates in a timely and cost-efficient manner for all personnel; ensures all recruiting practices follow applicable laws and company policy
• Participates in employee activities and listening meetings to improve employee engagement
• Maintains the new employee on-boarding presentation. Ensure all necessary forms are completed and returned; ensure that MSHA training is scheduled and completed
• Conduct exit interviews for departing personnel and analyze data for retention trends
• Work with the General Site Manager to ensure that KaMin Environmental and Safety policies are implemented and followed. Ensure proper training for all employees on the EHS policies including new policies as well as refresher training. Facilitate regular meetings and training to ensure that the EHS program is effectively implemented.
• Ensure that adequate EHS equipment is used throughout the Plant Labs Offices and Mines. This will include providing routine equipment such as safety glasses hardhats face shields goggles etc. also procure and make readily available environmental and safety equipment to address special circumstances such as compliance sampling confined space lockout/tag-out barricading job sites temporary/permanent caution signs etc.
• Assist EHS staff in developing KaMin wide policies as needed. Provide input on plant safety & environmental policy content as assigned by the General Site Manager. Ensure that all policies reviewed are effective clearly understandable and available to the appropriate personnel at the job site.
• Administer site specific training programs such as new employee orientation regular plant-wide safety meetings fire extinguisher training etc. Ensure that training records are documented correctly and maintained for internal as well as external audits. Work closely with the General Site Manager and department managers to determine training needs. Organize safety celebrations when appropriate.
• Facilitate communication to ensure that management and /or employees complete any follow-up action on all EHS related issues. Maintain open lines of communication with all plant employees by being routinely accessible in the workplace.
• In the event of an accident ensure that employees receive prompt and adequate medical care ensure required drug screens are done and ensure that a full and complete investigation is done and recorded appropriately and any corrective actions are completed.

Competencies:

• 5 years professional experience in Human Resource Management
• Bachelors degree in related field
• Previous work experience in a Manufacturing environment
• Recruiting hiring and interviewing experience
• Computer skills necessary for word processing spreadsheet database email and HRIS applications such as Word Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work some evenings nights and early mornings to provide adequate HR support to cover 24/7 operation
• PHR or SHRM certification (or ability to acquire certification)

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work with tight deadlines demonstrate creative thinking collaborate with cross-functional teams and manageworkload to achieve work-life balance.
• Day travel is required for meetings visiting plant sites or corporate location 5-10% of the time.
• Work in office setting 50%-60% of the time
• Working in a plant setting 30%-40% of time with exposure to hot and cold temperatures inclement weather conditions dust and odors.
• Ascending and descending stairs are required to access plant areas.
• Lift up to 15-20 lbs. on occasion.

Required Experience:

Manager