Human Resource Manager

Talent Acquisition Team•Arcola, IL

12d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs. Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years. Your Opportunity: The Herff Jones Human Resources team is looking for a Human Resources Managerto join our HJ Family in Arcola, IL.

Requirements

Demonstrated understanding of core HR competencies – Employee Relations, Compensation and Benefits, Recruiting and Retention, Talent Management and Organizational Development, Performance Management, Compliance, EHS & Risk Management, Change Management
Superior problem solving abilities, solid judgment, and influencing skills
Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
High level of initiative and attention to detail
Proven ability to influence leaders at various levels in any organization
Strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to manage shifting priorities and workload requirements
Ability to demonstrate advanced Microsoft Office suite skills
Proven ability to administer and report on OSHA requirements
Previous success serving as HR support for a mid-size manufacturing or supply chain industry a must
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or related areas
Must have 5 plus years of HR Management experience in a manufacturing or related industry
Must be bilingual in Spanish is required

Nice To Haves

HR certifications is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Meet with leaders regularly to gain an understanding of their business priorities, strategies and talent
Partner with leadership to design and implement organizational structures and people strategies that drive key company initiatives while increasing business performance and productivity
Advise and assist business partners with ongoing talent management and succession planning strategies
Provide coaching and consultation to leaders on employee relations practices necessary to maintain a positive employment relationship and promote a high level of employee engagement and commitment
Assist leaders with performance management processes and development of their employees.
Act as the liaison for workers compensation for all of Herff Jones.
Partner with workers comp insurance carrier
Provide employee relations and conducts investigations, as needed
Serve as a strategic business partner to the plant leadership team
Provide guidance and recommendations to the plant leadership team on topics such as compensation strategy, workforce planning, engagement, and talent/recruitment strategy
Coach, lead and develop 1-2 direct reports
Partner with other HR Managers in other plant locations to implement best practices
Act as the frontline employee relations support for the plant, conducting thorough investigations as needed
Support the plant leadership team in strategic human capital decisions and activities
Conduct training as necessary (harassment, leadership), and partner with 3rd party vendors for external training opportunities (safety)
Support oversight and direction for workplace safety, leveraging any knowledge and experience with OSHA
Support all workers compensation and workplace injury reporting
Support all employee events (recognition, annual celebrations) as needed
Change agent – communication of changes in org, policy, etc.
Attend staff meetings and 1x1’s with business partners
Partner with subject matter experts in Human Resources
Has personal ownership for key HR metrics (recruitment, development, retention, etc.)