HR Manager

KT Pacer

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

This position provides Human Resources management to KT Pacer business units in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Trussville, Alabama. This role does not allow for remote or hybrid work. The role interfaces with the business team daily to develop and implement processes and practices that promote sound employee relations. Works to ensure that performance management processes and compensation practices of the company are up to date and competitive. Assists in developing and improving programs and practices that ensure that KT Pacer is an employer of choice.

• Employee Relations
  • Collaborate with general managers and floor supervisors to ensure HR practices are followed including compliance, appropriate staffing levels, retention, employee training/engagement, performance, and incentive programs. 
  • Oversee the management of all employee relations matters to ensure employees are treated fairly, and provided with competitive wages, benefits, and sound working conditions.
  • Coach, facilitate, and advise management toward the resolution of employee/management issues.
  • Assist in the development of and improvement of programs and practices that ensure KT Pacer is an employer of choice.
  • Assist in the design and continual improvement of the New Employee orientation program.
  • Leads and/or supports annual HR cycle deliverables to include performance management; merit and bonus awards; benefits enrollment; etc.
  • Investigate employee issues and conflicts and bring them to resolution.
  • Provide support and guidance to HR staff.

• Salary and Benefit Administration
  • Administer the Company’s base pay and incentive compensation program and provide consultation on compensation recommendations.
  • Available to explain company benefit programs including health plan offerings
  • Manage all company leave of absences and workers compensation cases in partnership with case managers.

• Performance Management Appraisal
  • Works with the management team to create job descriptions, develop career paths, implement succession planning, and improve the performance management system.
  • Prepare for employee performance discussions or terminations with supervisors.

• Recruiting
  • Partner with the KT Pacer’s managers to develop position descriptions, and identify candidate sources, selection teams, and search timelines.  Screen candidates, conduct employment interviews/assessments, and provide feedback on candidates to supervisors and managers.
  • Develop and implement sound sourcing strategies and processes including industry networking, internet resources, campus recruiting, internships, and third-party recruiters.

Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

Education

• Required - BA or BS in HR or a related relevant focus or equivalent experience instead of a degree. Desired PHR or SPHR Certification desirable.

Experience

• 5-years’ or more experience in human resources.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment desired.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with C-level to hourly associates, easy to approach, practices fair treatment of all individuals.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting while managing numerous projects simultaneously to meet deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Prior experience working with ADP, Workday and UKG/Kronos preferred.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.
• Knowledge of safety programs and OSHA requirements.
• Employment law, including Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.