HR Manager

Job Description:          

• Provide comprehensive HR support to business divisions with large employee populations in complex operating environments in multiple locations. Resolve complex HR issues and implement programs (i.e. reorganizations, ramp-ups and RIFs) with limited guidance from Director of Human Resources or VP. Will provide tactical and strategic support and partner with division’s management and provide general expertise on all areas of HR. Responsible for assisting and/or leading assigned divisions in Succession Planning, Talent Management and Employee Relations. Serve as the HR liaison for the divisions on Employment, Compensation, Benefits, and EEO/Compliance while partnering with HR SMEs (subject matter experts). Assist senior management in evaluation, planning, development and implementation activities.

Essential Functions:

• Provides comprehensive HR support to business divisions with large employee populations in complex operating environments in multiple locations.
• Resolves complex HR issues and/or programs (i.e. reorganizations, ramp-ups and RIFs) with limited guidance from Director of Human Resources or VP.
• Provides general expertise to management on all areas of HR.
• Builds relationships with Division management and employees.
• Responsible for the following areas: succession planning, talent management, and employee relations.
• Serves as the HR liaison to assigned divisions on employment, compensation, benefits, and EEO/Compliance while partnering with HR subject matter experts.
• Responsible for communication and implementation of policies, programs, processes, etc. as identified.
• Frequent interaction with senior management; assists them in planning, development, implementation and evaluation activities.
• Responsible for maintaining highly sensitive and confidential information.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of Empire’s policies and procedures; advises on changes that are prudent.
• Works safely at all times. Adheres to all applicable safety policies. Complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintains body of knowledge of Human Resources Professionals and participates in continuous learning opportunities.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current HR laws and practices including Federal Contractor requirements under the OFCCP office of the Department of Labor as they apply to the various HR areas and external compliance.
• Keeps Director & HR Managers apprised of potential problem areas and recommend/implement solutions as appropriate.
• Participates as member of HR Leadership Team and collaborates in Human Resources Department planning and initiatives.
• Leads special projects as assigned and performs other duties and special requests as needed.
• Occasional travel required.
• May be required to serve as a Green Belt in support of EMPIRE's Six Sigma program.
• Works within and promotes corporate values.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Strong communication skills and ability to influence others.
• Maintain general knowledge of Federal, and states’ [AZ, CA, NM, and TX] employment laws and their interpretation.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers.
• Maintain a high level of concentration and a consistent work pace in a frequently interrupted environment.
• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies and use of all required safety equipment.
• Must have acceptable attendance to meet all company standards and requirements.

Education And Experience:

• An undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of seven years of experience in Human Resources (Generalist experience preferred).
• HRCI Certification [PHR/SPHR/GPHR] preferred.

Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop and kneel.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually office moderate.
• This position is designated as a "Safety-Sensitive Position". A Safety-Sensitive Position includes tasks or duties that the employer in good faith believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others, which includes any of the following: operating a motor vehicle, other vehicle, equipment, machinery or manufacturing process, the malfunction or disruption of which could result in injury or property damage; performing duties in the residential or commercial premises of a customer, supplier or vendor; working in any occupation subject to federal safety regulations.