Vice President Of Human Resources

Do you have a passion for People and a desire and leadership skills to help an organization get to the next level?  Do you have a keen mind, big heart, passion for HR, broad technical skills, and a strong work ethic?  Are you an "A student" who wants to be surrounded by "A students" on a winning team? 

If you answered "yes" to these questions, then we may have a unique opportunity for you.  Our company value proposition is ingrained in these questions.

Our employment value proposition is centered around these eight key elements.

1. Work - Meaningful, challenging work, ability to make a difference
2. Culture - Values based, striving to succeed, supportive, "friendly-focused," team success based on individual contribution, entrepreneurial
3. Team - Strong executive management, great people, high quality professionals, strong education & experience, focused on goals/results & doing the right thing, "when the team wins, everyone looks good"
4. Management - Credible, high expectations, respected, people-oriented
5. Company - Well established, profitable company in essential stable business, company (New-Indy) has grown significantly through acquisition, joint venture partners have long history of industry / business success, family owned
6. Personal - Enhancing an individual's HR portfolio (knowledge, skills, business acumen), prepare them for the future and challenge them to be / become their best
7. Life balance - Family, friends, work, travel, health, fun, time demands, urgencies are all part of life and require management, flexibility and consideration
8. Winning - New-Indy has established itself as one of the leading companies in the industry, formed in 2012 and in 12 years has grown almost 1,000%

Should you consider this opportunity?

1. Only if it aligns with your values and work / life aspirations. This job is not for the "faint of heart."
2. Tremendous opportunity for a person with a thirst to drive a Company to success and grow the HR function.
3. Opportunity to be part of a strong company with a demonstrated history of success.
4. Be a valued member of a solid senior management team and lead the HR function. We run a great business by focusing on clients, developing strong business practices and taking the company to a place where it wouldn't be without us.
5. This position reports to the President of New-Indy Containerboard, who is deeply committed to our value proposition.

What we're looking for:

The VP, Human Resources will provide leadership to the HR team, while being responsible for aligning business needs with the HR strategy, systems, policies, programs, and initiatives.

What You'll Do:

• Ensure the HR strategy aligns with organizational goals and the partner's vision.  Ensure regular, formal communication of strategy and performance to gain consensus and support from key stakeholders, including senior management, local management, and owners. 
• Collaborate with Senior Business Partners to understand current and future business needs.  Provide guidance and advice on HR related matters.

• Lead and coach the Human Resources team to deliver excellence and efficiencies in: talent acquisition, leadership development, benefits, compensation planning, policy setting, performance evaluations, payroll, employee relations and labor relations, HRIS and engagement.
• Develop synergies across all divisions to improve reporting, control and cost impact. 
• Establish and document human resource related policy, procedure and documentation for consistency and compliance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement relating to human resource administration, deliverables and reporting.
• Ensure all human resource departments and initiatives comply with federal, state law and regulations. Stay current on all employment law and regulations.
• Provide leadership on all labor and employee relations issues. Work collaboratively with legal on contracts and employment related issues.
• Responsible for the creation, maintenance and control of all personally identifiable information or any other information protected by Confidentiality and Privacy Standards and HIPPA. 
• Special projects and assignments as business dictates

What you'll need

• 15+ years as a proven Human Resource Leader
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, or a related field
• Labor Union experience preferred
• High level of integrity and trustworthiness while maintaining confidential data

• Strong technical experience and best practice understanding in Human Resources
• Strong operational and organizational discipline
• Strong business acumen
• Strong understanding of cost structures and financial results
• Applies consistent and healthy tension to the organization to be high performing
• Adheres to and supports company culture
• Tolerance for ambiguity
• Builds effective teams including ability to manage people who are more technically competent
• Ability and credibility to lead.  Must be respected as a leader and instill confidence in the organization
• Effective communicator to the board room to the operating floor
• Driven by a vision for the future.  A strategist.
• Manufacturing , containerboard experience a plus
• Results driven with a proven level of achievement
• Travel requirements to effectively cover all locations under their authority
• Must be able to manage remotely
• Proven ability to acquire, develop, and retain top talent.  Low tolerance for below average performance.

Who is New-Indy Containerboard?

• Founded in 2012, New-Indy Containerboard is a joint venture of two successful, privately held companies, the Kraft Group (Boston) and Schwarz Partners (Indianapolis).
• We are a manufacturer of and supplier of containerboard and packaging.
• With 2,200 employees from Southern California to the coasts of the Carolinas, New-Indy plays an integral role in the everyday lives of people across the country and around the world through its innovative packaging solutions to serve the needs of every customer.
• We operate in 8 U.S. states and in Mexico, with 4 paper mills and 6 packaging companies.
• New-Indy has experienced substantial growth through acquisition. Since 2012, we have a growth rate of almost 1,000% and are not slowing down!
• We focus on environmentally conscious manufacturing processes and facilities including 100% recycled fiber, co-generation power plants and waste-water treatment capabilities.
• Visit our website at www.newindycontainerboard.com
• Follow us on LinkedIn at http://www.linkedin.com/company/new-indy-containerboard-llc/mycompany/

Does this sound good to you? If so, great! Click the link to apply for the position. We look forward to hearing from you!