Manager, Human Resources

Job Details: Job Location: Digitran a unit of Electro Switch Corp - Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: $110000.00 - $125000.00Salary/year, Travel Percentage: Occasional Travel (10-25%), Job Shift: First, Job Category: Human Resources, Reporting directly to the President of the Aerospace and Defense Business, the HR Manager directs the full lifecycle of human resources for a multi-site manufacturing facility. This position requires a frequent presence on the production floor, close collaboration with operations and safety (HSE) teams, and deep familiarity with industrial labor laws in California and New York. Essential Functions / Responsibilities: Plans, organizes, and controls all activities of the Human Resource Department. In conjunction with the President, participates in the development of strategic goals and objectives for the Human Resource Department and division. Implements Resource policies and objectives developed by the Corporate office. Work as a team with other members of management and other employees to achieve overall company objectives. Establishes recruitment and placement practices and procedures. Interviews candidates for employment opportunities. Identifies qualified personnel and coordinates new hire orientation and on the job training programs. Determines and recommends employee relations practices and communications programs necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote employee morale. Insures that employees are treated with respect and dignity. Implements and annually updates the compensation program; writes and updates job descriptions as necessary; conducts and participates in annual salary surveys. Recommends, develops, and administers salary structures, pay policies, performance appraisal programs, employee benefit and wellness programs and services and company and safety and health programs. Monitors for effectiveness and cost containment. Oversee payroll processing, administration and reporting for the hourly/non-exempt, and exempt payrolls. Administers and monitors safety programs. Oversees workers compensation claims and represents the company at DIA conferences and hearings. Completes regulatory audits in areas of Safety, Labor records, and other areas to ensure Company compliance is being maintained across all units. Formulates and coordinates the company’s position in lawsuits, hearings and charges related to employment practices with support of outside legal counsel and consultants Revise and redraft Company Handbook with updates in all areas of compliance with support of outside consulting specialist. Develops and recommends training programs for hourly/non-exempt, and exempt employees. Assures that the company employment, safety, personnel and equal opportunity policies and practices comply with federal and state labor laws. Assists supervisors and managers with employee relations issues and matters. Oversees and administers all employee benefit programs. Develops, implements, and coordinates health and wellness programs. Develops and manages the Human Resource Department budget and expenses. Assume other activities and responsibilities as directed. Qualifications: This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or Business Manager. MBA or MA in appropriate field is desirable, a certificate in HR management / policy is a plus Minimum of 15 years’ experience with 7 years in a manufacturing environment required Manages people well; inspires others; builds motivated, high-performing teams; holds people accountable, and gives useful feedback, and demonstrate conflict resolution abilities. Strong communications skills and influential management Proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and database applications Ability to travel 20% to 25% CA and NY Units A demonstrated ability to work in a self-directed and independent manner, prioritizing work appropriately Demonstrated experience developing and managing a budget, and meeting forecasts Demonstrated high level strategic ability yet also able to dig into any level of detail required to understand issues and drive solutions i.e. Not afraid to “role up your sleeves” PHR/SPHR certification desired. Training and Requirements: General Safety; Quality System Awareness; Evacuation Training;; Physical Requirements: Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk onto the shop floor. Work Environment: Office and manufacturing environment, exposure to hot, cold and odors. Specific Areas of Knowledge required for all Candidates: EEOC / EEO Laws - Candidates should have working knowledge of these basic regulations: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) Equal Pay Act (EPA) Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) CA / FED Protected classes ADA Reasonable accommodation processes CA Harassment investigations CA Retaliation prevention EEOC charge responses and investigations California Employment Law Expertise – Candidates should have a basic working knowledge of: FEHA (Fair Employment and Housing Act) California Civil Rights Department (CRD) procedures Required harassment prevention training CA Wage & hour laws CA Meal and rest break requirements CA Leave laws ADA Reasonable accommodation standards New York Employment Law is not required but will be necessary to grasp in 6 months. New York State Human Rights Law NY anti-harassment requirements NY Salary transparency rules NY Leave laws Protected classes unique to New York Knowledge Related to Government Contacts not required but a plus OFCCP compliance Affirmative Action Plans (AAP) EEO-1 reporting Veteran hiring requirements 5. Disability hiring and accommodation programs 6. Export control awareness #J-18808-Ljbffr