The Shyft Group Looking for Senior Human Resources Manager at Middlebury, Indiana Full Time

The Human Resources Manager position is responsible for continuously pursuing HR functional excellence and supporting the Shyft Group’s strategy with a specific focus on maximizing organizational capabilities and creating a high performing, highly engaged culture.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, and direct HR-related activities to meet or exceed established goals in a cost-effective manner
• Lead, communicate, and coach to cultivate a motivated associate environment of trust, teamwork, accountability, self-confidence, and business ownership
• Prepare all required reports and correspondence
• Develop, implement, and monitor department budget and manages expenses within approved budget constraints
• Identify, document, and implement opportunities for continuous improvement
• Stay up to date on overall activities of the team, identify problem areas and take corrective actions
• Collaborate with other HR associates to drive consistent process excellence across Human Resources in areas such as talent acquisition, on-boarding, performance management, rewards and recognition, associate engagement, associate and leadership development, succession planning, communications, etceteraProvide leadership and focus on people implication
• Assist leaders in defining and executing workforce planning to ensure appropriate staffing levels
• Proactively work with external firms/agencies to prepare for future vacancies
• Manage talent acquisition process for all positions
• Assist in establishing and supporting HR-specific performance metrics
• Establish performance monitoring and assessment and reward processes, ensuring process and tools are understood and fully utilized
• Collaborate with leaders in upgrading the skills and capabilities of associates through identification, development and retention of talent
• Drive talent review and management processes including succession planning for key roles
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and employment laws including an Affirmative Action Plan
• Conduct investigations and advises leaders in the appropriate resolution of associate related issues
• Manage and interpret policies and practices within the facilities, ensuring fair and consistent application
• Provide leadership and focus on people implications of organizational change
• Communicate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues
• Other tasks as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business
• Five to eight years human resources experience in a manufacturing environment
• Two years management experience preferred but not required
• Thorough understanding of employment laws and regulations
• Unquestionable integrity and ability to work in a highly confidential environment
• PHR, SPHR, certifications preferred
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Innovative team player
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes difficult, decisions
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
• Strong:
  • Communication skills, verbal and written
  • Leadership attributes and interpersonal skills
  • Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated leader who inspires others to action and drives associate engagement
• Capable of coaching and counseling associates and leaders regarding work related challenges
• Demonstrated ability to effectively resolve conflict
• Capable of translating big picture strategies into actionable plans to deliver results
• Exceptional project management experience
• Uses creativity to seek quality solutions and process improvements
• Exercises sound judgment in dealing with highly confidential / sensitive information
• Probes beneath the surface; does not accept things at face value
• Anticipates and plans ahead with broad designs and ideas
• Disciplined to carry out what must be done even when difficult or unpopular
• Demands excellence; communicates and enforces high standards