HR Manager

Description

THE COMPANY:

Founded in 1946, HI-LEX is a leading supplier of window regulators, door modules, power lift gate systems, and mechanical control cables primarily serving the automotive industry, but also the power sports, marine, construction equipment, and medical device sectors. Headquartered in Takarazuka, Japan (near Osaka), and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE), HI-LEX employs more than 12,000 associates across its global footprint. 

In the Americas region, HI-LEX has grown steadily in the region, and now has ten (10) manufacturing facilities across the the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. In the U.S., HI-LEX operates under three divisions: HI-LEX America in Battle Creek, Michigan; HI-LEX Controls in Hudson, Litchfield, and Hazel Park, Michigan; and Daedong HI-LEX of America in Cusseta, Alabama. The company’s automotive center is in Rochester Hills, Michigan which consists of finance, sales, engineering, testing, and program management.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Manager will report to the Human Resources Director and will be responsible for overseeing HR operations at the corporate office and one plant location. The HR Manager will also oversee all health, safety, and environmental matters at all US plants.  This role will support the HR Director and will be located at the corporate headquarters in Rochester Hills with requirements of traveling to the plants.  

Key strategic initiatives for this role will include, but are not limited to:

• Adaptability to new circumstances in a fast-paced environment

• Thinking outside the box to challenge the status quo for continuous improvement of HR & HSE. 

• Developing HR & HSE policies and procedures ensuring all policies are up to date and compliant with local, state, and federal laws and regulations. 

• Reducing turnover, absenteeism, time to fill, and meeting key performance indicators. 

• Managing HR & facility operations for two sites, and HSE operations for all U.S. sites. 

• Having a sense of urgency and supporting data needs for decision-makers at all levels.

• Drive the reduction of the number of accidents and injuries. 

• Improve employee morale, retention, and engagement. 

• Improve employee onboarding and offboarding. 

The HR Manager will ensure that there is always open communication between Shared Services and each department. He or She will lead his or her team to work relentlessly towards earning the trust of the management team by providing reliable and timely data.

KEY ROLES AND RESPOSIBILITIES:

• Manages the administration of all personnel policies and procedures, salary talent acquisition, associate            relations programs, health safety environment (HSE), & employment programs.

• Recruits, screens, and assists with the selection of associates. 

• Manages all facility management including maintenance coordination, vendor relationship, expansions, and day to day support of two buildings. 

• Trains, and advises associates on HR, HSE, and facility matters. 

• Carry out investigations into all accidents and near-miss incidents and to record the findings and implement countermeasures. 

• Creates standard operating procedures. 

• Reviews and monitors all claims including workers compensation and following throughout end of claim. 

• Conduct health and safety inspections and prepare reports of all the company’s operations.

• Lead and oversee all facility management, maintenance, and support for two facilities. 

• Coordinate and lead company events. 

• Create and conduct presentations. 

• Investigate employee matters. 

• Conduct training to all associates for HR, HSE, and facility related matters. 

• Ensure all internal and external reporting is completed timely and accurately. 

• Process Documentation: Create and maintain all standards of procedures.

• Review and Audit: Facilitate and support internal and external reviews and audits. 

• Data Cleanup: Work closely with other departments to clean master data.

• Key Performance Indicators (KPI): Monitor performance indicators for the plant, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of unexpected variance.

• Plant Meeting: Attend all daily, weekly and monthly Plant meetings

• Risk Assessment: Assess risks associated with plant operations and implement

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources.

FUNCTIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• 10-plus years of overall HR & HSE experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive industry.

• At least 5-years managing employees. 

• Experience with facility management.

• Personal ability to use different platforms including Microsoft Office, Google Sheets, and other HR/HSE systems.

INDUSTRY EXPERIRENCE:

• Ideally, the successful candidate will bring a manufacturing background in a fast-paced environment, preferably in automotive.

• Experience working in organizations where continuous improvement has been part of the company’s culture.

• Experience working in diverse workplaces. 

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Strong knowledge of areas including HSE, MIOSHA/OSHA, workers compensation, employment law, talent acquisition, and facility administration. 

• Knowledge of HR & HSE local, state, and federal laws and regulations. 

• Service-oriented to support the all associates timely, accurately, and professionally. 

• Ability to solve day-to-day issues. 

• Ability to create presentations, strategic plans, and follow through. 

• Data accuracy, taking initiative, and finding solutions to challenges is important.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Business acumen and ability to communicate advice and counsel effectively in written and oral forms to all management and associates. 

• Detail-oriented and excellent organization skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Time and project management skills to multi-task and achieve results in a fast-paced environment.

• A reputation for impeccable ethics and integrity.

• Dedication to driving and achieving results.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to quickly inspire confidence and establish trust, respect, credibility, and rapport with the management team. 

• Ability to act independently.

• Trusted to manage highly confidential and sensitive matters.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Resilient and action-oriented.

• Excellent listening skills – including the ability to hear the concerns of the management team in terms of the finance services they require to achieve their goals.

• High emotional intelligence (EQ)

• Experience using HRIS and safety management systems. 

• About 20% travel required

• Office environment with noise from computer peripherals such as printers and disk drives.

• Factory environment with exposure to fork lifts, assembly machines, grease, oil, and loud noises. 

• Use of video display terminal (VDT) for periods in excess of 30 minutes at a time. 

• Sometimes lifts, carries or moves objects - up to 35 pounds.

• Able to stand, walk short distances and/or sit for prolonged time.