Who We Are
Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.
Work Shift
2 - Second ShiftJob Summary
Are you the type of person who enjoys building relationships and developing people to drive the organization forward? In this role you will work cross functionally with team members and managers to support business results and support our people across the organization. We’re looking for relationally driven individuals who are able to carry the Vermeer culture forward through influence and impact for our team membersWhat You’ll Do
1. Provide customer support for managers, team members and other key stakeholders on HR related topics. Understand team members' opinions, monitor the effect of business decisions on people, and advise leaders on addressing team members' concerns. Inform leadership of trends involving workforce, retention and regulatory trends impacting the business.
2. Apply team member relations and employment practices in order to create a positive, ethical, effective work environment. Actively integrate HR practices and processes within the business and ensure that they are administered fairly and consistently.
3. Partner with Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Total Rewards and HR Operations to identify current and future workforce needs. Identify areas of skill gap that impact the success of the business, assist in narrowing the gap, and assist with recruiting and developing talent in the organization.
4. Ensure compliance with regulatory issues including, but not limited to, Fair Labor Standards Act, Americans with Disability Act, Family Medical Leave, Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Act, etc.
5. Actively participates and completes timely execution of projects as determined in the annual HR plan/strategy.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelors degree with a major in Human Resources or Business Administration or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of two years of progressively responsible HR experience preferred.
- Knowledge of manufacturing industry and demonstrated business acumen to understand the business and processes and the link between enterprise-wide HR strategy and business strategy.
- Demonstrated ability to manage change, influence and assist organizational change initiatives in support of business strategies.
- Proven understanding/application of HR disciplines (compensation & benefits, team member relations, performance management, regulatory compliance).
- Ability to consult and influence decisions using sound judgment and data analysis to effectively drive positive business outcomes and resolve complex issues.
- Ability to engage, inspire, and influence people and champion team member needs.
- Ensures that HR services are provided as appropriate to team members, identifies new opportunities where HR can add value, and maintains leading-edge knowledge of HR issues.
- Ability to manage projects and develop clear, actionable steps from overall strategy.
- Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships, which encourage openness with team members, managers and peers.
- Demonstration strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team and demonstrate patience, ability to reason, persuade with self-confidence and ability to handle confrontation.
- Ability to effectively work with confidential information.
- Bilingual fluency preferred.
Travel
- Occasional travel is expected of this position.
Work Location
ONSITE: A team member’s day-to-day work is best done on a Vermeer campus. If work content can be occasionally completed at an offsite location, discuss potential arrangements with your manager.Equal Opportunity Employer
At Vermeer Corporation, we believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability at any stage of the employment application process should contact Team Member Solutions at (641) 621-8767 or at [email protected].
Interested? We’d love to get to know you.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience
- At least two years of progressively responsible HR experience
- Knowledge of the manufacturing industry and business acumen
- Experience managing change and supporting organizational change initiatives
- Understanding and application of HR disciplines, including compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, and regulatory compliance
- Ability to consult, influence decisions, use sound judgment and data analysis, and resolve complex issues
- Ability to engage, inspire, influence people, and advocate for team members
- Ability to manage projects and develop actionable steps from strategy
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with confidential information
- Bilingual fluency
What We Do
Do More At Work, In Life, For Others As a leading manufacturer of agricultural and industrial equipment, Vermeer relies on a team of more than 3,500 strong making a real impact. Around the world, Vermeer team members are rolling up their sleeves to design, build and support tough yellow iron built for customers feeding and fueling their communities, managing natural resources and connecting people to the necessities of life. Headquartered in Pella, Iowa, U.S.A., Vermeer employs team members around the world, with regional offices in Brazil, the Netherlands and Singapore; additional manufacturing facilities in South Dakota and Tianjin; and more than 600 dealers located around the world. We’re not just proud of what we do, we’re proud of how we do it: we put others first, we build the best and we give back. Built upon a legacy of innovation and grit, Vermeer has continued to listen to and meet the needs of customers across the globe for more than 70 years. We are rooted in our 4P Philosophy – Principles, People, Product and Profit – and these are the core values that drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business. Proud to be a family-owned and -operated company, Vermeer serves as a leading example of successful family business. Since 1948, Vermeer has built a strong foundation grounded in values and led by those in pursuit of progress and a heart for others. Our influence is real and felt around the world. Vermeer machines are made to equip our customers to do more across a diverse group of important markets including underground construction, surface mining, tree care, environmental and agricultural industries. The equipment we design, build and support helps make our world go. And our people are doing the same thing – moving their communities, industries and causes forward.
