Human Resources Manager

Company: McLaughlin Family Companies
Human Resources Manager
2/15/2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Human Resources Manager is responsible for developing, coordinating, implementing, and maintaining employee relations and talent management programs/activities in the assigned location(s) or businesses. The HR Manager will partner closely with management to meet organizational objectives in a timely, confidential, and professional manner. This position reports directly to the Director of Human Resources. This position supports company affiliates in Lake City, Jefferson, Coon Rapids, and Pocahontas, Iowa
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Partners with local management to drive business results.
• Leads employee relations for assigned locations or businesses.
• Manages or assists in employee engagement activities.
• Leads or assists in corporate HR projects to meet company objectives, process improvement, policy revisions, and other projects as assigned by the HR Director.
• Manage change and communication within assigned location or businesses.
• Conducts training for management and employees regarding processes, policies, compliance, leadership development and continuous improvement.
• Coaches and develops managers, supervisors and employees at assigned locations.
• Assist with benefits processes such as enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, FMLA, and compliance testing. Assists or conducts benefit annual open enrollment meetings.
• Conducts employee onboarding activities, employee surveys, employee roundtables, and exit interviews to track, report, and drive employee engagement and retention.
• Provides metrics and reporting regarding employee information to drive continuous improvement.
• Represent employer for unemployment claims and other inquiries.
• Oversee maintenance of employee files using online processes.
• Maintains a positive relationship with benefits providers. May assist payroll/benefits in the oversight of billing processes and payment of administrative fees for all group plans. Conducts quarterly benefit reviews.
• Collects and provides necessary information and reports for workers compensation. Assist in managing work comp claims and manage restricted duties cases.
• Manage FMLA, LOA, and ADAAA process and leaves.
• Manages the HRIS for the purposes of information management, payroll, benefits, and reporting for assigned locations.
• Maintains open communication with management and HR team; including, but not limited to recruiting, payroll, benefits, and will assist with projects, events, and other necessary duties.
• Assists in the direction of payroll functions and electronic timekeeping system, including but not limited to: payroll liabilities, policies and procedures, complying with federal/state/local regulations regarding employee compensation.
• Acts as an employee advocate.
• Manages Human Resources related communication by answering questions and requests from employees, supervisors, and members of management.
• Addresses employee inquiries, employment verifications, and all other outside HR inquiries and ensure they are handled in a timely manner.
• Manages performance review process and compensation recommendations.
• Conducts confidential investigations in a sound and compliant manner.
• Assists management in all disciplinary actions, making recommendations based upon company policy and applicable regulations.
• Partners with safety staff as necessary to ensure a safety working environment for employees at assigned locations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Minimum of a bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field of study, or a combination of experience and education with two years of professional experience.
• Certificates/Licenses: SHRM-CP or PHR or higher level certification preferred.
• Two years of generalist experience is required; including, experience in any combination of the following areas: employee relations, talent management, training, industrial safety, compensation and benefits administration.
• Knowledge of human resource procedures and systems such as HRIS, ATS, payroll; managing files and records, designing forms, and other human resource procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, and personnel information systems.
• Knowledge of basic math, algebra, statistics, and other applications.
• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws, such as FLSA, FMLA, ADAAA, NLRA.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must demonstrate strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines with frequent interruptions.
• Weekly travel to company locations is a requirement of the job.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.