Human Resources Manager

Woodward's Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment

At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential.  We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.

We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey.  Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. 

       All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity 

       9.5% annual retirement benefit opportunity 

       Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members  

       12 paid holidays, including floating holidays 

       Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire 

       Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave 

       Paid parental leave

       Adoption Assistance  

       Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits 

       Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life 

       Member referral bonus 

       Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

       Voluntary benefits, including:  

       Home / Auto Insurance discounts 

       Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave 

Are you ready to make your mark?  If you're a Human Resource Manager, we have an exciting opportunity for you. 

The Human Resources Manager acts as a key company resource by partnering with business leaders in the assessment of business needs and by adapting HR practices, processes, procedures, and services in response to those needs. This position is responsible for designing and implementing products and services to meet critical business needs for the Loves Park Campus and working directly with the manufacturing teams.

What's in it for you...

At Woodward, our "employees" are called and treated as "members" and we've created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member.  It's an inclusive, positive, collaborative, and socially responsible environment where members work together for outstanding outcomes.   

What you will be doing... 

• Organizational Capability and Workforce Planning --- Assesses business needs, identifies organizational implications and collaborates with senior leaders on developing strategies to meet those needs.
• Staffing, Manpower Planning, Recruitment, and Employment --- Consults with hiring leaders on the appropriate staffing strategies; coordinates recruiting, screening, referral, selection and employment activities with a focus on leadership recruiting and selection.
• Total Rewards --- Accountable for conveying a clear understanding of Woodward's Total Rewards Philosophy that emphasizes pay for performance, market based pay and an engaging employment value proposition. Administers compensation programs (i.e. salary and equity reviews); participates in market salary survey analysis to review competitiveness; designs and develops salary structures that meet the needs of the business.
• Compensation & Role Management --- Responsible for consistent and equitable administration of salary structures, job codes and titles. Supports the global job code standardization process by participating in and leading JCS  initiates. Ensures local salary structures are competitive and closely aligned with the market. Participates in periodic review of market pay salary structures.  Works with leaders in the progression process to ensure members are fairly assessed and the process guidelines are followed.
• Performance Management --- Provides guidance and support to leaders and members on the Leading Performance Management Process (LPMP) that includes the Written Reflection, goal setting, Annual Conversation and development planning as well as other performance tools such as Performance Improvement Planning.
• Compliance and Risk Management --- Accountable for fair treatment of members and compliance with local and national employment laws while consulting with leaders on business related risks; supports the administration of the FAA program where required.
• Member Relations --- Understand and resolve HR issues and their broader impact on company policies and practices. This includes completing and assigning ethics investigations.
• Labor and Employment Relations --- Accountable for positive labor climate and the  equitable administration of local employment agreements including dispute resolution and contract interpretation. Participates in contract negotiations as appropriate. For non-represented workforce groups; works to maintain their status through positive workforce climate.
• Inclusion --- Understands workforce diversity and creates an environment where members feel valued for their unique contributions to Woodward.
• Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity --- Where applicable accountable for managing AA goals; responsible for targeted outreach with community-based organizations and recruiting sources; responsible for the annual Affirmative Action Program; supports OFCCP audits as needed. Investigates and resolves EEO issues/complaints.
• Work Force Management --- Consults with region leadership and Business Group VP, Human Resources in the assessment of the organization's needs and capabilities in the event of workforce management. Coordinates and drives workforce management activities across region in adherence to the Workforce Management policies.
• Learning and Development -- -Provides consultation and support to leaders and members in the areas of member development and training. Supports the Global Training program.
• Talent Management --- Assists leaders in the global talent assessment, succession planning, and development planning process designed to build current and future leaders. May assist in the preparation of the business group annual talent management review
• Project Management --- Executes components of the Global Human Resources strategic plan that apply to assigned client groups and leads global project teams as needed.

What we are looking for...

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management or related discipline required; or relevant professional qualification (outside the US)
•  5 plus years progressively responsible professional HR Generalist experience

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).  All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

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