Human Resources Manager: Lebanon, IN

Hendrickson•Lebanon, IN

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager oversees, plans, leads, and coordinates all aspects of the human resources function at the Lebanon, Indiana manufacturing facility. The role manages industrial and salaried associate relations, supports a participative and non-union workplace, and contributes to plant goals as a member of the plant management team. It is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, training and development, performance appraisal and organizational development, benefits administration, compliance, HR procedures and records, and coordinating plant safety, workers’ compensation, and loss-control activities. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, industrial/organizational psychology, or organizational development; a master’s degree and SHRM certification are preferred. Candidates must have PC application literacy and 5–7 years of professional experience, including at least 3 years managing a complete HR function in a manufacturing environment while reporting to the plant manager. The role also calls for hands-on experience fostering a non-union, participative workplace; substantial involvement in recruiting and selecting hourly and salaried employees; and experience developing and implementing health, safety, and workers’ compensation programs. Work experience outside HR is a strong positive. The work environment is office/administrative, with adequate lighting and ventilation and temperature control through air conditioning and heat. Physical demands include constant sitting, twisting, grasping, and fine manipulation; minimal walking and standing; and occasional lifting and carrying of 1–10 pounds. The employer is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, industrial/organizational psychology, or organizational development.
PC application literacy.
5–7 years of professional experience.
At least 3 years managing a complete HR function in a manufacturing environment while reporting to the plant manager.
Hands-on experience fostering a non-union and participative workplace.
Significant involvement in recruiting and selecting a quality hourly and salaried workforce.
Experience developing and implementing health, safety, and workers’ compensation programs.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
SHRM certification.
Work experience outside the HR function.

Responsibilities

Manage industrial relations activities, including work rules, safety programs, attendance, and discipline.
Establish and promote a participative environment and a proactive union-avoidance program at the Lebanon facility.
Expand communications and associate involvement.
Manage salaried associate relations issues.
Participate as a member of the plant management team in establishing operating goals and implementation plans.
Maintain awareness of business issues to contribute to the success of the plant.
Recruit or coordinate recruiting for hourly and salaried positions.
Maintain division policies for selecting quality candidates capable of growth within the division and corporation.
Provide orientation to new hourly and salaried associates.
Implement training and development to support individual and business goals, including quality, safety, productivity, and customer service.
Administer the performance appraisal system and execute organizational development systems in coordination with divisional staff.
Administer fringe and benefit programs for hourly and salaried associates.
Administer corporate and divisional policies and procedures and meet statutory requirements.
Develop and maintain HR ISO procedures as required.
Maintain appropriate files and records, including payroll and attendance records.
Coordinate plant safety, workers’ compensation, and loss-control activities.