Human Resources Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

We are actively seeking a positive, trustworthy, and results-driven individual with high integrity to play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources department at Lakin Tire LLC. The HR Manager will serve as a crucial support system for all human resources activities, encompassing recruitment, compliance (including DOT regulations), employee relations, recognition, safety, benefits, and training. The ideal candidate will serve as a positive role model for all personnel and maintain confidentiality at all organizational levels.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure consistency with internal procedures by creating, maintaining, or enforcing company policies and procedures.
• Partners with Leadership management to complete and prepare for BIT and federal inspections.
• Supports the complete recruitment cycle, including job postings, advertisements, cost/budget management interviewing, recruitment metrics, onboarding, and orientation processes.
• Utilize analytical initiatives to promote internal programs aimed at reducing turnover and work-related injuries.
• Supports the Regional HR Director in the development and support of compensation plans by conducting periodic market salary surveys; scheduling and conducting job evaluations; monitoring and scheduling individual pay actions; recommending, planning, and implementing pay structure revisions.
• Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions as needed.
• Identifies and complies with all internal and external legal and compliance requirements and government reporting regulations impacting the Human Resources function (e.g., OSHA, EEO, ERISA, FLSA, Code of Conduct, etc.).
• Supports employee relations including employee corrective action, separation notices, and related disciplinary or separation documentation. Involving the management team in employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues.
• Analyze training needs to promote, employee engagement, employee development, education, and health and safety training programs. Assists in monitoring overall HR strategies, systems, tactics, and procedures across the company.
• Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, absenteeism rates, etc.
• Supports the HR department personnel, delivers guidance to properly complete work assignments and practices, and maintains accountability with department work performance, confidentiality, and ethical practices.
• Continuously review and improve Human Resources policies, programs, metrics, and practices with guidance and review from the Regional Director of Human Resources.
• Keeps Regional HR Director informed of significant problems that may jeopardize the achievement of objectives and those that are not being addressed adequately at the line management level.
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs.
• Investigate employee issues and conflicts and brings them to resolution.
• Oversee invoice processing for the HR department.
• Supports coordinate recognition of company events including creating and meeting budgets.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Competencies

Education/Work Experience:

• A high school diploma or general education (GED) required, a college degree in Human Resources preferred. PHR certification is a plus.
• A minimum of 3 years of progressive HR-related experience required to include recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, timekeeping, and safety, preferably within a Transportation, warehouse/production environment.
• Ability to communicate fluently in two languages, Spanish and English is required.
• Strong working knowledge of Multi-State and Federal Labor Law, HR Systems, Benefits Administration, Performance Management, and Worker’s Compensation preferred.
• Familiar with local and state regulations, such as DOT and OSHA, preferred.
• Experience working in a union environment preferred.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in building collaborative relationships and effectively leading/communicating change.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills, including presentations, written, and verbal.
• Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Efficient HR administration and people management skills.
• Strong customer service focus.
• Must be self-motivated, have attention to detail, and have excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, act independently, and seek innovative and creative solutions.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds when necessary.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.
• Up to 25% travel required, to visit other sites, train other employees and attend meetings.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lakin Tire West, LLC. is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship, or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.