Human Resources Manager - Bilingual

Manager, Human Resources - Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Primary Objective:

This position will report to the Corporate VP of Human Resources and works closely with the VP HR and VP Manufacturing to plan, develop and design Human Resources programs, policies and practices that supports specific goals and objectives of the business unit, while ensuring compliance to corporate HR and regulatory standards. Responsible for developing and implementing effective recruiting and hiring procedures and practices that will result in attracting and retaining the best qualified candidates. Also responsible for managing safety compliance programs to include self-insured worker's compensation, accident investigations, conducting safety meetings and safety training, as well as plant safety inspections. Ensures compliance with Federal, State regulations, codes and rules. Maintains internal communication programs and processes to ensure both management and organization’s awareness of compliance issues. Prepares and submits recommendations to Senior Management for action plans to minimize company exposure to costs associated with Worker’s Compensation. Experience with the EDD Workshare program is a plus.

Major Functions & Scope

• All matters related to Human Resources, Safety, and Workers’ Compensation.
• Provides interpretation of and facilitates adherence to corporate policies and procedures; ensures continued compliance and guides management in handling sensitive HR issues. Provides first response/line of defense on employee relations issues, keeping Senior HR Management informed of and/or working under their direction to address and resolve issues that have the potential to become complex and present a risk to associates and/or the company. Advises on and participates in all discipline and discharge issues at the facility.
• Oversees the administration of and compliance to compensation, benefits, EEO and other human resources policies and procedures in accordance within corporate guidelines. Provides training and guidance to management as needed; responds to routine questions regarding compensation and benefits programs, works with Corporate HR to resolve more complex issues. Develops and maintains reporting systems and procedures that are following established administrative policies, regulations and acceptable HR and payroll practices.
• Manages the employment and recruitment for the facility.
• Confers with business unit management teams to assist with identifying and developing programs to resolve employee skills training and development needs. Works with HR senior management to develop, locate, review, recommend and/or deliver training programs to knowledge and skills required to optimize individual and business unit performance.
• Ensures Human Resources activities, employee records, records retention, information distribution and regulatory reporting comply with Federal, State, Company and accrediting agencies.
• Performs other duties as requested by senior management.

Knowledge & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field and 10 years progressively responsible HR management experience in a plant manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and training to successfully perform the essential functions of the job; combined with demonstrated professional growth and achievement. Professional certification a plus. Extensive in-depth knowledge of California Labor laws, regulations, policies, procedures and practical applications governing the functions of Human Resources. Strong background and experience with safety efforts including OSHA related topics and regulations as well conducting safety meetings and developing Job Hazard analysis. Expert knowledge of employee relations to conduct and deal with employee issues in a proactive manner. Intermediate proficiency level using a PC and related programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint. JDE a plus. Must be Bilingual, English/Spanish.

Competencies

Excellent presentation, oral, written and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with The Dixie Group’s management, internal and external business contacts; ability to communicate with others in an antagonistic situation using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict and maintain professionalism in accordance with corporate standards. Ability to perform in a high-pressure environment and render good decisions to resolve problems, maintain safety and ensure adherence to the Corporate Code of Conduct. Ability to exercise good judgment, problem solving ability and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures. Ability to identify, analyze and resolve business issues through solution-oriented projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person