What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at Wipfli - Human Resource Consulting?
Location:
Marissa, IL
Posted:
4/25/2025
We are assisting our client, SUL4R-PLUS (S4 ) with the recruitment and selection of a strategic hands-on Human Resources Manager.
Established in 2013, SUL4R-PLUS (S4 ) is one of the leading fertilizer manufacturers servicing the agricultural industry with a proven, patented Calcium Sulfate nutrient. SUL4R-PLUS recently completed construction on their newest manufacturing plant in Marissa, Illinois. Their original manufacturing plant is located in southern Louisville, and combined with the new Marissa location, S4 will become one of the largest suppliers of secondary nutrients in North America.
This position is in-person and can be located in either Marissa, IL or Louisville, KY.
The HR Manager will report to the COO and is responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization. This includes taking the lead on talent recruiting, training and development, and company policies and procedures to ensure legal compliance and application of human resources strategies across the enterprise.
This role is crucial to supporting SUL4R-PLUS’s mission and fostering a positive company culture. The ideal candidate must be a dynamic self-starter, eager to independently tackle diverse tasks and make a significant impact as the sole HR professional supporting the organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
- Collaborate with senior management across both plant locations to gain insight into the business objectives and strategies associated with employee relations, recruitment, on boarding, retention, training programs, and company culture.
- Develop, implement, and enhance employment policies and HR processes.
- Oversee or administer human resources programs, including compensation, benefits, monthly incentives, disciplinary issues, leave, the investigation into disputes, talent and performance management, morale and recognition, workplace health and safety, employee development and training.
- Assess recruitment and employment needs and develop and execute the talent acquisition process and effective on boarding program.
- Develop and implement comprehensive training programs including safety, compliance, as well as other organizational training and development needs.
- Manage job satisfaction and employee engagement initiatives.
- Assist leadership in assessing organizational structure to support growth and development.
- Nurture a positive working environment and be a champion for workplace safety initiatives.
- Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics.
- Monitor and ensure the company’s compliance with state, federal, and local legal requirements and suggest the best practices, modifications, and reviews to maintain adherence.
- Stay updated on the best regulatory measures, practices, and new technologies in human resource management, employment law, and talent management. Apply this knowledge to communicate changes or updates to policies, practices, and resources to senior management.
- Other duties as assigned.
Key Qualifications and Skills:
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Well-developed time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strategic thinking abilities regarding workforce planning and organizational design.
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
- Thorough knowledge of the laws and regulations in employment.
- Exhibit high proficiency all Microsoft Office suite applications.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of human resources experience,
- SHRM-CP, SHRM- SCP, PHR or SPHR certifications preferred.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment and/or as a HR department of one preferred.
- Demonstrated history of driving HR efficiencies by developing processes and procedures covering the entire employee lifecycle (e.g., recruitment, onboarding, management, skill enhancement, discipline, and termination).
- Experience establishing creative internal recruiting strategies while leveraging third-party resources.
- Experience supporting and developing comprehensive employee training and development programs. Proven track record of creating organization-wide compensation plans across multiple locations.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position including, but not be limited to the following:
- Office environment – use of office equipment including computer, telephone, copier/printer.
- Ability to sit at a computer for an extended period.
- Frequently required to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
- Travel to the plant locations in Marissa, IL and Louisville, KY is required.
This position has a generous salary range of $120,000 to $145,000 and offers the following benefits:
- Paid Vacation
- 9 Paid Holidays per year
- Health, vision, & dental insurance
- 401(K)
- Company-paid short and long-term disability
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please submit your resume via our client application portal.
SUL4R-PLUS (S4 ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $120,000 - $145,000
