Human Resources Manager - Richmond, VA

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for the overall human resources function at the Richmond, VA facility and has discretion to provide guidance and direction to management regarding the interpretation of HR Policies and processes and recommend appropriate action in circumstances as related to interaction with employees. This position is on-site at the plant, 5 days a week.    Principle Accountabilities: Provides full employment cycle support to a multiple manufacturing facility with populations totally approximately 100-120 hourly and salaried employees. Responsible for hiring process and orientation of salaried employees and the day-to-day administration of maintaining employee files for both hourly and salaried, and ensuring adherence to company policies and government requirements with regard to the employment process. Provides guidance to plant management in the development & administration of sound HR/Personnel policies that in line with corporate HR direction, legally viable, conducive to good employee-management relations, and result in the accomplishment of plant and HR objectives Oversees and coordinates all plant recruiting and staffing activities related to the recruiting, selection, and hiring of talent including partnering with managers to understand their hiring needs, assisting in preparing personnel requisitions, performing background and professional screening, building recruitment plans, discussing and recommending candidates, and assist in creating offers for candidates. Maintains applicant tracking on all candidates and coordinates with hiring managers to ensure data integrity. Conducts new employee orientations and processes hiring-related paperwork to ensure its compliance with Federal Contractor requirements. Prepares documentation, communication, and reporting related to employment lifecycle of employees including changes to job title, salary, supervisor, exemption or hourly status changes, promotions/demotions, employee classifications, exit interviews, and employee separations Participates in the development of the agenda for labor contract negotiations and serves as a resource for fair interpretation of contract language, plant rules and regulations, grievance response and disciplinary actions Serves as a point of contact for employee relations issues including performance counseling, harassment complaints, investigations, supervisory coaching, scheduling arbitration, and all terminations, works with the employee(s) and management to resolve issues and keeps Area Human Resources Manager informed of any situations that may result in legal issues for the Company. Stays abreast of Human Resource developments and changes to employment laws and regulations as well as changes to the corporate HR policy to effectively interpret, administer, and train upon policies within the plant.  Acts as a benefits representative, assisting employees with questions, problems, issues that may arise related to benefits. Performs liaison activities to respond to and monitor all workers’ compensation cases and unemployment claims. Coordinate training efforts, develop and promote career development efforts, Provide employee meetings and activities, participate in public affairs. Provides counsel, training, implementation and support to policy areas including to absenteeism management, leaves of absence, workers compensation and safety, training, ISO Quality Systems, benefits administration, CorporateStatement of Business principals, etc.   Assists in the implementation of the plant wide compensation program including the coordination of job descriptions, performance appraisal process, and merit/bonus recommendation submission Maintains department files including personnel, medical, family leave and workers’ compensation files, inputs employee data into the Human ResourceManagement System (HRMS). Administers absenteeism policies and serves as a point of contact for all leaves of absence that could be covered by disability and/or FMLA.  Serves as FMLA coordinator for facility.    Assists in development of Company responses to legal issues, including but not limited to unemployment hearings, EEO charges and workers’ compensation hearings. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business or related field. 5 or more years of HR Generalist experience.  Demonstrated ability and understanding of labor relations, contract administration, workers compensation administration, employee orientations and training on human resources matters. Authorized to work in the U.S. Preferred Qualifications:  2-4 years of experience in a unionized manufacturing facility. PHR/SHRM-CP or SPHR/SHRM-SCP Certification. Previous experience with online applicant tracking system. Knowledge-Skills-Abilities: Strong communication, organizational and analytical skills. Must have working knowledge of EEO, FLSA, NLRB, Affirmative Action and OFCCP Laws. Proficient user in Microsoft Office Suite HRIS programs. Exceptional interpersonal skills to build positive relationships within the organization. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and all other protected classes.