Human Resource Manager

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The HR Manager position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management for Paper & Board. This individual formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRM maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition. This individual will lead and direct the routine functions of the HR department. The HRM reports directly to the VP of HR for North America. This position will be on-site at our Pine Bluff, AR faclities 5 days a week.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILTIES:

Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organizations human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
Manages the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings; work in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition team.
Consults with management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increaseproductivity and retention.
Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
Process new hires, promotions and transfers.
Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.
Provides support to other Flint HR Managers when needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

At least eight (8) years of HR Generalist/Business Partner experience in a manufacturing setting
Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial Relations, Human Resources or related field
PHR or SHRM certification highly preferred
Ability to thrive in a matrix structured organization
Attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy
Strong MS Office computer skills: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent communications skills (oral and written), strong professional judgment and sound decision making skills
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