Overview
We are actively seeking a positive, trustworthy, and results-driven individual with high integrity to play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department at Lakin Tire LLC. The HR Manager will serve as a crucial support system for all human resources activities, encompassing recruitment, compliance (including DOT regulations), employee relations, recognition, safety, benefits, and training. The ideal candidate will serve as a positive role model for all personnel and maintain confidentiality at all organizational levels.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure consistency with internal procedures by creating, maintaining, or enforcing company policies and procedures.
- Partners with Leadership management to complete and prepare for BIT and federal inspections.
- Supports the complete recruitment cycle, including job postings, advertisements, cost/budget management interviewing, recruitment metrics, onboarding, and orientation processes.
- Utilize analytical initiatives to promote internal programs aimed at reducing turnover and work-related injuries.
- Supports the Regional HR Director in the development and support of compensation plans by conducting periodic market salary surveys; scheduling and conducting job evaluations; monitoring and scheduling individual pay actions; recommending, planning, and implementing pay structure revisions.
- Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions as needed.
- Identifies and complies with all internal and external legal and compliance requirements and government reporting regulations impacting the Human Resources function (e.g., OSHA, EEO, ERISA, FLSA, Code of Conduct, etc.).
- Supports employee relations including employee corrective action, separation notices, and related disciplinary or separation documentation. Involving the management team in employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues.
- Analyze training needs to promote, employee engagement, employee development, education, and health and safety training programs. Assists in monitoring overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures across the company.
- Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, absenteeism rates, etc.
- Supports the HR department personnel, delivers guidance to properly complete work assignments and practices, and maintains accountability with department work performance, confidentiality, and ethical practices.
- Continuously review and improve Human Resources policies, programs, metrics, and practices with guidance and review from the Regional Director of Human Resources.
- Keeps Regional HR Director informed of significant problems that may jeopardize the achievement of objectives and those that are not being addressed adequately at the line management level.
- Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs.
- Investigate employee issues and conflicts and brings them to resolution.
- Oversee invoice processing for the HR department.
- Supports coordinate recognition of company events including creating and meeting budgets.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Competencies
Education/Work Experience:
- A high school diploma or general education (GED) required a college degree in Human Resources preferred. PHR certification plus
- A minimum of 3 years of progressive HR-related experience required to include recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, timekeeping, and safety, preferably within a Transportation, warehouse/production environment.
- Ability to communicate fluently in two languages, Spanish and English is required.
- Strong working knowledge of Multi-State and Federal Labor Law, HR Systems, Benefits Administration, Performance Management, and Worker’s Compensation preferred.
- Familiar with local and state regulations, such as DOT and OSHA, preferred.
- Experience working in a union environment preferred.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced professional environment.
- Demonstrated proficiency in building collaborative relationships, and effectively leading/communicating change.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Exceptional communication skills, including presentations, written, and verbal.
- Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
- Efficient HR administration and people management skills.
- Strong customer service focus
- Must be self-motivated, have attention to detail, and have excellent organizational skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, act independently, and seek innovative and creative solutions.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Frequent standing and walking
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds when necessary.
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
- Up to 10% travel required, to visit other sites, train other employees and attend meetings.
Pay:
