What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at WEG Electric Corp?
Company Overview
Founded in 1961, WEG has grown into a global solutions provider of industrial electrical technologies. WEG is the largest industrial electric motor manufacturer in the Americas and one of the largest manufacturers of electric motors in the world producing more than 21 million units annually.
Committed to growth on a global scale, WEG continually invests in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and processes and the development of new and improved industrial electrical solutions. WEG offers a diverse and integrated product line that includes motors, drives, soft starters, controls, panels, transformers, generators, and custom solutions.
Position Overview
The Human Resources Manager leads a small team responsible for Human Resources and EHS initiatives for an overall organization of approximately 450 employees. The Human Resources Manager will be a strong business partner with the local leadership team and is responsible for Labor Relations, HR Strategy and Policy Development, Talent Acquisition and Development, Compliance and Reporting, Benefits Administration, and Workplace Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS).
Main Responsibilities
- Leads and participates in labor negotiations, contract administration, and grievance resolution.
- Act as a trusted advisor and partner to leaders of the organization
- Develops, implements, and coordinates policies, programs and strategies covering any of the following: employment, wage and salary administration, orientation and training, organizational development, succession planning, EHS, benefits, and employee services.
- Identify and execute on HR projects and initiatives.
- Address employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
- Serve as a resource for employees, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment-related matters.
- Promote a positive work environment and foster proactive and positive employee and labor relations.
- Provide coaching and support to managers and employees on performance management matters.
- Organize and conduct the training programs to develop the shop floor team, office staffs and managers.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
- Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee perks.
- Oversee EHS initiatives and efforts, in collaboration with the EHS Specialist, to promote workplace safety and compliance.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- Minimum of 7 years of Human Resources experience required.
- Strong knowledge of Human Resources principles, practices, and employment laws.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is strong preferred.
- Previous experience with a represented workforce strongly preferred.
- Comprehensive understanding of labor law with the ability to foster a positive work environment
- A proficient understanding and application of Federal, State laws, such as, EEOC, FMLA, ADA, HIPPA, COBRA, NLRB
- Experience with safety compliance and knowledge of OSHA regulations desired.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Applications essential.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
- Must be able to frequently sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
