Human Resources Manager
Lebanon, TN, US, 37090 Company : A. O. Smith Corporation
A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.
Primary Function :
Designs, implements and monitors a variety of human resource programs. Anticipates and plans for long-term human resource needs and trends in partnership with business management.
Responsibilities :
- Lead human resources, training, comp / benefits, and payroll at a large water heating / boiler manufacturing facility in Lebanon, TN.
- Align site HR objectives with the business to drive organizational value; actively partner with operational site leadership, Lochinvar leadership and corporate human resource teams to drive continuous improvement towards expected business results.
- Partner with operational leadership team to foster a culture of mutual trust and respect, maintaining the site's positive culture.
- Lead continuous improvement of production facility's employee engagement efforts, providing consultation and recommendations to key stakeholders in the areas of talent management, employee relations, change management, performance management, wellness, and other people initiatives.
- Partner with Safety efforts to maintain a world-class safety culture, preventing lost time accidents and reducing worker's compensation costs.
- Utilize solid floor presence and other tactics to stay connected to the "pulse" of the employees; take a proactive approach towards improvement of identified opportunities.
- Lead and / or be an active team member on corporate and business unit HR strategic initiatives.
- Ensure processes and systems are in place for effective communication; maintain open and transparent lines of communication.
- Model professional / personal development with self and team; continuously works with operations leadership team to further ingrain employee development into culture.
- Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory compliance agencies as it relates to labor, wage and hour and employment laws.
- Represent A.O. Smith appropriately in the community, seeking opportunities to maximize and reinforce A.O. Smith's reputation as the employer of choice in various regions.
Qualifications :
Bachelor's Degree in related field7+ years of related HR work experience4+ years of supervisory / leadership experienceExperience working in a manufacturing / industrial environment is a mustExperience leading a training team is a mustDemonstrated success with building trust and strong relationships with others; follows through on commitmentsStrong critical thinking and problem solving skillsFluent with MS Office and HRIS platformsDemonstrated ability to work through ambiguity, prioritizing effort and resources accordinglyDemonstrated ability to flex and establish balance between tactical and strategic prioritiesDemonstrated success as project leader with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and achieve identified deliverablesUtilizes creative and entrepreneurial approach towards continuous improvementDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels within the organizationSolid project planning and organizational skillsDemonstrated success with getting results and adding organizational value in a fast-paced, change-oriented environmentAdditional Qualifications :
PHR / SPHR preferredPrior experience as top HR professional at site preferredWe Offer Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.