What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Manager position at Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)?
IEM is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of electrical distribution and control systems in North America. The Company has developed one of the most sophisticated electrical product manufacturing systems in the world and has cultivated partnerships with leading component suppliers resulting in optimal solutions to customer problems.
Purpose Of Position
The purpose of the HR Manager role is to provide high-level HR support to our manufacturing facility. The HR Manager will act as a thought leader and adviser on best practices to on-site leadership. This role plays a critical role in overseeing HR operations at our Jacksonville, FL manufacturing facility. This role requires a strong background in HR operations within a manufacturing environment, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of employee relations, recruitment, and workforce management.
Supervisory Responsibilities
HR Strategy and Best Practices Advisory:
Purpose Of Position
The purpose of the HR Manager role is to provide high-level HR support to our manufacturing facility. The HR Manager will act as a thought leader and adviser on best practices to on-site leadership. This role plays a critical role in overseeing HR operations at our Jacksonville, FL manufacturing facility. This role requires a strong background in HR operations within a manufacturing environment, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of employee relations, recruitment, and workforce management.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position has direct supervisory responsibilities.
- The position requires collaboration with other HR roles to ensure timely, accurate, and effective accomplishment of tasks. Additionally, this position serves as coach and mentor for other positions in the HR department.
HR Strategy and Best Practices Advisory:
- Act as a thought leader and trusted advisor to on-site leadership, offering guidance on HR best practices, workforce optimization, and employee development.
- Recommend HR strategies and initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and overall organizational performance.
- Foster a positive and inclusive work environment by addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts in a timely manner.
- Provide guidance and coaching to managers and employees on employee relations matters, including performance, behavior, and conflict resolution.
- Promote employee engagement initiatives to enhance job satisfaction and retention.
- Support leadership with performance management, coaching, and employee development.
- Collaborate with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to fulfill recruitment efforts for full-time and temporary positions.
- Develop and maintain effective partnerships with staffing agencies to ensure the quality and timely fulfillment of on-site temp-to-perm staffing needs.
- Actively participate in structured and unstructured interviews with potential new hires, evaluating candidates based on their qualifications, experience, technical abilities, and cultural fit within the company.
- Ensure interview questions are in compliance with legal and company standards, providing a fair and unbiased evaluation of all candidates.
- Coordinate with the shared services team (payroll, benefits, etc.) to ensure efficient and timely execution of HR administrative tasks associated with JAX HR.
- Support employees with questions and concerns related to payroll, benefits, and other HR services provided by the shared services group.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, as well as company policies and procedures.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR best practices, labor regulations, and industry standards, and provide guidance to leadership on compliance matters.
- Conduct investigations related to employee complaints or disciplinary actions, ensuring appropriate documentation and resolution.
- Oversee the performance appraisal process, providing support to managers in setting clear goals, expectations, and feedback for employees.
- In collaboration with the Talent Development team, assess employees’ performance to identify development needs and coordinate relevant training programs to support their growth.
- Assist leadership in addressing performance issues and managing disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Partner with the safety department to ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations and the promotion of employee well-being.
- Promote a culture of health and safety, addressing any concerns related to work conditions and ensuring the facility remains in compliance with OSHA and other regulations.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
- Generate regular HR reports on key metrics such as employee turnover, staffing levels, and performance, using data to make informed recommendations for improvements.
- Support organizational change initiatives, assisting in the communication and implementation of changes to policies, procedures, and structures.
- Help manage employee transitions during periods of change, ensuring employees feel supported and informed.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Manager.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.
- Highly responsible & reliable and able to manage confidential information with discretion
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in using Excel, HRIS systems, and compensation software to track and report data
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in managerial role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to compensation and benefits, ensuring all programs comply with relevant laws and reporting requirements (e.g., FLSA, ERISA, ACA, equal pay and pay transparency laws, etc.)
- Strong project management skills with experience implementing complex systems.
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Excel).
- Deep understanding of HR processes and best practices.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams and driving technology adoption.
- Strong project management skills to lead and implement compensation and benefits initiatives, such as annual compensation reviews, benefits program updates, or system implementations.
- Experience with HRIS systems such as Workday, ADP, or SAP SuccessFactors, with a strong focus on compensation and benefits modules.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- SHRM-CP, PHR or other HR certifications preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus.
