Human Resources Manager

Morton Salt•Grantsville, UT

21d

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager drives change and business results through influential leadership, relationship building, and deep HR expertise. Acting as a strategic business partner to the local General Manager, this role leads the development and implementation of programs involving employee relations, recruiting, talent development, succession planning, and regulatory compliance. The manager implements HR policies to meet organizational needs and comply with state and federal laws, compliance agency requirements, and Morton Salt policies. The role supports union and non-union employees and partners with local leaders to align HR priorities with operational strategy. It also leads labor relations at the site, supports management capability and organizational change, delivers employee training, and helps maintain compliance with employment laws and company requirements. The position involves working at an industrial site, where protective gear is required when appropriate, occasional overnight travel, and varied hours—including weekends—based on departmental and business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 7 years of Human Resources experience; experience in a unionized environment is preferred.
Experience administering and negotiating collective bargaining agreements.
Broad knowledge of HR practices, including talent acquisition, compensation, performance management, succession planning, leadership development, employee relations, change management, and organizational development.
Ability to motivate staff, accomplish tasks through others, and foster a cooperative work environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and ability to learn in-house computer software.
Experience examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing strategies and procedures.
Demonstrated experience developing and implementing tactical and strategic plant-wide goals and objectives.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community, and effective conflict resolution and/or mediation skills.
Knowledge and awareness of industrial sites.
Ability to work varied hours, including weekends, based on departmental and business needs.
Ability to travel overnight occasionally.
Ability to wear protective gear when appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic HR initiatives related to employee development, talent management, staffing, retention, succession planning, diversity, organizational development, and performance management for union and non-union employees.
Align HR priorities and efforts with customer needs and operational strategy.
Develop and maintain a sustainable talent pipeline for production, trades, technical, and supervisory roles.
Develop and implement cultural change initiatives that foster a collaborative work environment consistent with Morton Salt values.
Advise department leaders on change management, including stakeholders, gaps, potential barriers, communications plans, and measurement strategies.
Coach and consult with managers on communication and leadership styles and their impact on departmental change efforts.
Advise and coach department leaders on annual HR processes and systems to build management competencies in the local leadership team.
Lead site Employer/Union relationships, including contract negotiations, monthly meetings, grievance investigations and responses, arbitration, and related labor relations activities; assist with contract interpretation.
Collaborate with appropriate functions to support compliance with environmental, safety, health, legal, regulatory, and company requirements.
Monitor federal, state, and local employment and labor laws and regulations, inform facility management and HR leadership of relevant updates, and facilitate policy and guideline updates as needed.
Develop and/or deliver training, including employee orientation, annual benefits enrollment, and harassment prevention.
Liaise with the local community and organizations to improve communications and strengthen the company’s image as a good corporate citizen.