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Job Description
Description & Requirements
AESC is looking to add a Sr. Manager, HR Business Partner to our team in Florence, SC.
AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for zero-emission electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, AESC has been building manufacturing capabilities around the world in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan and China to serve key markets and leading customers locally for over 14 years. Today, AESC has become the partner of choice for the world’s leading OEMs and energy storage providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its advanced technology powers over one million electric vehicles and provides more than 15GWh of installed capacity for battery energy systems in over 60 countries.
AESC is expanding its footprint in the United States with gigafactories in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee to meet the growing demand for EV and BESS batteries and strengthen its presence in the North American market. AESC's Tennessee gigafactory in Smyrna, which has been operational since 2012, produces batteries for Nissan. The Kentucky gigafactory in Bowling Green will supply Mercedes-Benz with high-performance battery cell modules. The South Carolina gigafactory in Florence will supply technology-leading battery cells for new electric models produced in BMW Group's Spartanburg plant. AESC is committed to our local communities where it is making its investments, creating jobs, and supporting local charities.
About The Role
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Sr. Manager, Human Resources Business Partner to join our dynamic team. This role provides support, recommendations and coaching to all levels of the organization in the areas Benefits, Compensation, Employee Relations, Recruitment, Talent Management and Safety. Collaborates with various vendors on Human Resources programs and benefits. Manages and implements various HR projects and programs. Provides support to management on special projects.
What You Will Do
Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.
We Offer
What You Need
What is “Nice to Have”?
At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.
Physical 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 accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.
Travel
Occasional domestic and international travel required.
Description & Requirements
AESC is looking to add a Sr. Manager, HR Business Partner to our team in Florence, SC.
- Full-Time
- On-site
AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for zero-emission electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Founded in Japan in 2007 and headquartered in Yokohama, AESC has been building manufacturing capabilities around the world in the U.S., U.K., Europe, Japan and China to serve key markets and leading customers locally for over 14 years. Today, AESC has become the partner of choice for the world’s leading OEMs and energy storage providers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Its advanced technology powers over one million electric vehicles and provides more than 15GWh of installed capacity for battery energy systems in over 60 countries.
AESC is expanding its footprint in the United States with gigafactories in Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee to meet the growing demand for EV and BESS batteries and strengthen its presence in the North American market. AESC's Tennessee gigafactory in Smyrna, which has been operational since 2012, produces batteries for Nissan. The Kentucky gigafactory in Bowling Green will supply Mercedes-Benz with high-performance battery cell modules. The South Carolina gigafactory in Florence will supply technology-leading battery cells for new electric models produced in BMW Group's Spartanburg plant. AESC is committed to our local communities where it is making its investments, creating jobs, and supporting local charities.
About The Role
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Sr. Manager, Human Resources Business Partner to join our dynamic team. This role provides support, recommendations and coaching to all levels of the organization in the areas Benefits, Compensation, Employee Relations, Recruitment, Talent Management and Safety. Collaborates with various vendors on Human Resources programs and benefits. Manages and implements various HR projects and programs. Provides support to management on special projects.
What You Will Do
- Develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for all company employees.
- Collaborates with global and regional leadership to plan, organize and control activities and strategic direction of the department. Participates in developing department goals and objectives in alignment with corporate objectives.
- Implements and annually updates the compensation program; updates job descriptions as necessary; develops recommendation for merit budget; analyzes compensation trends; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
- Develops, recommends and implements HR-related company policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures;
- Works with the management team on various employee relations issues, including performance management, compliance investigations and corrective action. Conducts investigations as necessary and takes appropriate action(s) based on company policy/practice. Consults with Legal to ensure compliance.
- Identifies talent needs and development gap and provides training/development programs for AESC employees. Implements various facets of the company’s talent management lifecycle, including performance management, succession planning and employee engagement.
- Works with vendor companies to approve invoices for payment and conducts annual re-evaluation of policies/program for cost-effectiveness.
- Working with talent acquisition team, provides oversight and management of the overall recruitment efforts for all exempt, non-exempt and contract employees; reviews, approves and assists in writing advertisements; works with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; makes compensation recommendation on job offers.
- Ensures new employee orientations are conducted properly and timely; monitors career-path program and employee relations counseling; conducts exit interviews.
- Responsible for maintaining department records and reports. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars. Maintains organizational charts and employee directory.
- Evaluates reports, decisions and results of department initiatives in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the organization.
- Serves as an advocate to develop the AESC corporate culture, ensuring an environment of positive employee relations while helping to build a positive employer brand.
- Serves as the lead on internal communication for the organization. Working with the AESC leadership team, develops on-going and consistent communications to employees on a variety of operational topics.
- Collaborates with Operations on the administration of the Safety Program.
- Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws. May perform other duties as assigned.
- Other duties as assigned
Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.
We Offer
- Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
- Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401K with company match
- Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
- Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
- Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
- Tuition reimbursement
What You Need
- A minimum of ten years of increasingly responsible Human Resources experience, including at least five years of leading a team of HR professionals.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related discipline preferred. Professional certification (PHR, SPHR, CCP, etc.) is highly desired.
- Advanced knowledge of federal and state regulations. Broad understanding of various aspects of Human Resources management and administration.
- Experience in supporting the operations across various levels and functions
- Working knowledge with MS Office Suite, ADP
- Experienced in working with global organizations with multinational business partners
- Experienced in large-scale HR projects
What is “Nice to Have”?
- Background in supporting a highly technical automotive-related manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
- Experienced working in startup/ greenfield environment.
- Experience working in a global organization is strongly desired.
At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.
Physical 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 accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
- Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.
Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.
Travel
Occasional domestic and international travel required.
