Human Resources Manager

Job Description

Job Description

GRT Rubber is seeking a Human Resources Manager for our Valley Rubber Division based in Falkville AL, reporting to the CFO based at our Arkansas Headquarters. GRT Rubber is a manufacturer of rubber products used across a wide range of industrial applications, while the Valley Rubber Division specializes in metal-reinforced rubber products used in mining and industrial markets worldwide.

PURPOSE

The Human Resource Manager will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a consultant to advise other managers on human resources issues
• Handle staffing issues, disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Oversee recruitment, selection, onboarding, placement, and movement of employees.
• Conduct proactive candidate searches using available web / social media tools (e.g., indeed.com, LinkedIn, etc.) or other means.
• Partner with operations management to oversee and promote safety programs and culture.
• Lead the development of training materials and oversee training delivery to ensure an effective onboarding process.
• Educate employees about company rules, policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Manage the company's job bid process, disciplinary procedure, and attendance programs.
• Administer the company's employment policies and maintain all required documentation.
• Enforce accountability for employee compliance with the company's attendance and other policies.
• Ensure the company's compliance with state and federal employment law.
• Facilitate all employee communications and employee relations activities.
• Provide advice and guidance to all employees regarding company policies or other employment matters and facilitate resolution of matters raised by employees.
• Maintain personnel files and electronic records.
• Administer compensation and benefits.
• Perform other employee and policy-related tasks as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• ADP system experience preferred.
• Versed in state and federal employment law.
• At least two years of Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Open to flexible work hours accommodating operations and periodic employee communication needs. This position would also be able to work remotely at times and flex hours as needed, provided employee communication opportunities are routinely maintained.
• Strong leader able to deal directly and expeditiously with conflict or performance issues, while maintaining positive relations with all employees and promoting a positive working environment based on fair dealings and open communication.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Management, business, or other relevant discipline.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Human Resources Certification preferred such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works with office equipment. An employee performing the duties of this job is required to use proper safety procedures to eliminate any potential hazards. The noise level in the work environment is minimal.