Human Resources Manager

KIK Consumer Products•Mars, PA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools. When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team that cares about the work we do and also about each other. We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools. We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision-making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics. As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life. We are looking for a strategic hands-on HR Manager to lead HR objectives for our KIK Mars plant. In this role, you will report functionally to the HR Director and partner closely with local Plant Manager to align HR initiatives with operations goals. This position is based out of Mars, PA. This is a great opportunity for a dynamic HR leader with a strong sense of urgency, and talent in guiding supervisors and employees through change and ongoing improvements. Ideally, your skill set will include a well-rounded HR Business Partner background in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting Plant Management with performance management, training, discipline, statutory compliance and maintaining positive working relationships. A strong understanding of HR is required to ensure competitive practices and counsel is provided within an appropriate cultural framework that enables an environment of trust and high-quality employee relations of 100+ associates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree and HR professional certification preferred
5 or more years of progressive Human Resources leadership experience, including experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Business Partner within a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated success managing employee relations, conducting workplace investigations, resolving complex employee issues, and coaching leaders
Strong knowledge of federal and Pennsylvania employment laws, including wage and hour regulations, leave administration, workplace accommodations, and workplace safety requirements
Experience partnering with plant leadership to drive workforce planning, employee engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness initiatives
Proven ability to coach and develop frontline supervisors and managers
Experience leading performance management, talent development, and succession planning processes
Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage HR data and metrics to drive business decisions
Experience supporting organizational change and continuous improvement initiatives
Recruiting experience across both salaried and hourly populations
Highly trusted to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion and integrity
Proven problem-resolution and decision-making skills with a sense of urgency
Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with a goal and results orientation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR reporting tools

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree
HR professional certification

Responsibilities

Lead all Human Resources activities for the Mars, PA manufacturing facility
Partner with plant leadership to develop and execute people strategies that support operational and business objectives
Provide coaching and strategic HR guidance to leaders and supervisors on employee relations, performance management, leadership effectiveness, workforce planning, and organizational development
Drive employee engagement, retention, recognition, and culture initiatives that support a positive and productive work environment
Lead employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, and policy interpretation
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies
Partner with leaders to strengthen talent management processes, including performance management, succession planning, talent reviews, and employee development
Develop and implement training programs that enhance leadership capabilities, workforce skills, and operational effectiveness
Support recruiting efforts for salaried and hourly positions, ensuring a strong pipeline of talent
Utilize HR metrics and analytics to identify workforce trends and develop action plans that improve engagement, retention, productivity, and performance
Lead the implementation and communication of HR programs, initiatives, and organizational changes
Manage salary administration processes and provide guidance on compensation-related decisions
Serve as a trusted advisor and advocate for both employees and leaders while maintaining a strong pulse on organizational health and culture