Human Resources Manager

at  HARTING Americas

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We are seeking an HR Manager (based in Elgin, Illinois) to oversee various human resources programs including payroll, compensation, compliance, benefits administration, and employee relations. In this role, as an influencer within the organization, you will supervise a team and provide general guidance and support in all facets of Human Resources.

MUST HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university, preferably with a focus on HR or a business-related field
• Five or more years of related HR Management experience
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office products
• Strong understanding of all areas of the manufacturing business model
• Self-driven and proactive, always looking for ways to optimize efficiencies while focused on internal customer satisfaction.
• Strong stakeholder management skills at all levels with a focus on listening to stakeholder, as well as working collaboratively to drive buy-in
• Strong presentation, meeting/workshop facilitation, and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel in the region (<5%)
  HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world’s most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.
  As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard – to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun – like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more!

• Management of compensation planning process including benchmarking of positions
• Provide management coaching and counsel employees on employee relations issues
• Participate in global committees and projects; responsible for roll out of respective modules in new system implementation
• Manage all immigration matters including coordination with legal, government and global resources
• Provide support to the Vice President of Human Resources as needed for special projects, and also support additional local entities in the region on HR topics
• Participate in the development of departmental goals, objectives and systems
• Evaluate existing policies and procedures and recommend necessary changes to remain in compliance with federal, state and local regulations
• Continually evaluate internal human resources processes and suggest changes to improve efficiencies, if applicable
• Oversee bi-weekly payroll for accuracy and serve as back-up to HR Assistant for payroll processing, reporting and data entry into JE template
• Assist with benefit plan renewal by evaluating existing plans and making proposals for improvements and managing open enrollment process
• Develop and implement company-wide wellness initiatives (newsletters, webinars, activities, etc.)
• Conduct exit interviews and suggest changes to management based on feedback
• Manage performance review process to ensure compliance with corporate guidelines, including annual and 6-month review process and coordination of skill-gap analysis forms
• Develop and implement various training programs, including internal presentations related to human resources, compliance and safety
• Assist in the coordination and planning of company events
• Other duties as assigned