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Parker Fabrication Inc.

HR Manager

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In-Office
Morton, IL
80K-117K
Senior level
In-Office
Morton, IL
80K-117K
Senior level
Lead HR functions for a 90-employee metal fabrication firm: recruit, onboard, administer benefits and payroll, manage employee relations, update policies, develop HRIS, deliver training, ensure legal compliance, and supervise HR support staff.
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Description

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Morton, IL | Administration

Description

$79,500 to $117,460 Salary Based on Experience, Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 401K, Profit Sharing

Parker Fabrication Inc. is a growing metal fabrication company with approximately 90 employees. We are seeking a seasoned HR Manager to oversee all aspects of personnel management. Acting as the primary link between management and employees, this role will be involved with all events in the employee cycle. This is an office-based position typically operating during first shift (7:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday thru Friday); however, flexibility may be required to attend off-site meetings, off-shift meetings, or events. The ideal candidate will use in-depth knowledge of labor law, benefits, and HR best practices to support our company’s growth and stability.  

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist in the development and implementation of HR strategies aligned with organizational goals
  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee retention initiatives
  • Maintain an integral role in payroll
  • Manage employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution
  • Administer employee benefits programs and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
  • Maintain and update HR policies and procedures
  • Utilize and help develop HRIS systems (such as Paylocity), to manage employee data and HR processes
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
  • Provide guidance to management related to employee issues when they arise
  • Develop training programs and deliver training when required
  • Develop and maintain the organization’s compensation plan, analyze trends, and recommend competitive programs
  • Organize benefit programs and ensure staff are educated and trained on the benefits provided
  • Supervise and develop support staff to ensure HR goals are met

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the CFO.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises HR support staff, coordinates with specialists, assists supervisors in general administration of all staff.

Requirements

EDUCATION: A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field is required. Master's degree and SHRM Certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 

  • 5-8 years of progressive HR management experience, preferably in a leadership capacity
  • HR metrics
  • Data analysis
  • Leave administration
  • Benefits
  • Training
  • Employee engagement
  • Strategic planning
  • Safety standards and workers' compensation
  • Professional certification like SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP is beneficial
  • Experience and ability in privately keeping trade, vendor, and employee confidential information
  • Experienced and proficient with presentation software and techniques

SKILLS / ABILITIES:

  • SHRM certification preferred
  • Executive-level HR leadership experience
  • Ability to work independently and within a group setting
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office, MRP/ERP systems
  • Ability to manage complex, confidential issues with sound judgment
  • Deep understanding of employment legislation and HR best practices
  • Demonstrated experience in providing leadership and guidance to a diverse group of employees
  • Prior experience conducting benefit programs, training programs
  • Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing

EQUIPMENT USED: Computers, Office Equipment (Phones, Copiers, Scanners, etc.), Presentation Software, Reference Tables

SOFTWARE USED: Microsoft Office, Paylocity, MRP/ERP Systems (JobBoss), Acrobat, Virtual Meeting Software, Web Based Portals

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: 

Skills in understanding, counseling, and/or influencing people are important in achieving job objectives, causing action, understanding others, or changing behavior; and, skills of persuasiveness or assertiveness, as well as sensitivity to the point of view of others. Must be able to properly communicate issues to supervisor, colleagues, and stakeholders.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. Occasionally will need to walk and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but the position requires entering the production environment where it is loud. Any hazards encountered in the work area will be countered with the appropriate forms of PPE (personal protective equipment).

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES | Amount of Time

Stand - Over 1/3

Walk - 1/3 to 2/3

Sit - Under 1/3

Use hand to finger, handle or feel - Over 2/3

Reach with hands and arms - Over 2/3

Climb or Balance - Under 1/3

Stool, kneel, crouch or crawl - Under 1/3

Talk - 1/3 to 2/3

Hear - Over 2/3

Taste - None

Smell - Under 1/3

WEIGHT and FORCE DEMANDS | Amount of Time

Up to 10 pounds - Under 1/3

Up to 25 pounds - Under 1/3

Up to 50 pounds - None

Up to 100 pounds - None

More than 100 pounds - None

WORK ENVIRONMENT | Amount of Time

Wet or humid conditions(non-weather) - Under 1/3

Work near moving mechanical parts - Under 1/3

Work in high, precarious places - None

Fumes or airborne particles - Under 1/3

Toxic or caustic chemicals - None

Outdoor weather conditions - Under 1/3

Extreme cold(non-weather) - None

Extreme hot (non-weather) - None

Risk of electrical shock - Under 1/3

Work with explosives - None

Risk of radiation - None

Vibration - Under 1/3

VISION DEMANDS | Required/Not Required

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) - Required

Distance vision (Clear vision at 20 feet or more) - Required

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) - Required

Peripheral vision - Required

Depth perception - Required

Ability to adjust focus - Required

Noise Level/Exposure Level: Normally Quiet, Loud when visiting the manufacturing area

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