Regional HR Manager- Kansas City

AWCT is family-owned and operated. Our vision: We are the premier provider of finished vehicle logistics in the United States. Our mission: We take pride in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality service for every customer vehicle. Our values: We respect each person's preferences and perspectives. The Regional Human Resource Manager (RHRM) guides, promotes, and supports these vision, mission and values.

AWCT is looking to hire a full-time Regional HR Manager! This position is hybrid and the salary (paid weekly) is amazing along with a full benefits and a family atmosphere. Apply for a quick response!

The general pay range for this position is $110,000- $118,000. The position is bonus eligible based on the company's financial performance throughout the fiscal year. The successful candidate's actual pay will be based on various factors, such as qualifications, experience, internal equity, and market considerations.

AWCT offers a generous benefits package supporting both physical and mental well-being. Benefits include health insurance for associates, spouses, and children; basic life and AD&D insurance; disability insurance; EAP; auto discounts; fitness reimbursements; a 401(k) plan with company contribution; and several voluntary benefits. AWCT staff have paid holidays, vacation and sick accruals, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave.

The RHRM serves as a strategic partner to operations leadership within the region, providing guidance and support in all areas of human resources to drive business success. This role is responsible for aligning HR practices with company goals, fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies. By leading talent management, employee relations, and organizational development initiatives, the RHRM helps build a high-performing workforce that supports operational excellence in the automotive industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

HR Strategy & Policy

Partners with facility leadership to develop and implement HR goals, systems, and processes that support business success.

Recommends and administers policies, procedures, and process improvements to ensure consistency and efficiency across assigned facilities.

Prepares, updates, and communicates associate handbooks, job descriptions, and policy changes.

Collaborates on associate engagement survey follow-up and cultural improvement initiatives.

Keeps management informed of associate issues, trends, and risks that could affect operations.

Conducts HR audits at facilities and staffing agencies to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.

Associate Relations & Compliance

Provides guidance to associates and supervisors on workplace issues, policies, and procedures.

Conducts impartial investigations and collaborates on disciplinary and termination actions, ensuring fairness, documentation, and legal compliance.

• Assists in managing workers' compensation claims, working with insurance carriers and state agencies to support recovery and safe return to work.

• Addresses associate concerns and verifies unemployment questionnaires for staff associates.

• Supports facility safety programs by reviewing safety meetings, inspections, and logs, and ensuring timely reporting of incidents.

• Protects company and associate interests by monitoring compliance with labor laws and regulations.

• Manages the AWCT charitable giving program (AWCT Gives Back) and the peer-to-peer recognition program.

• Safeguards confidentiality and demonstrates professionalism in all HR matters.

Labor & Union Relations

• Supports collective bargaining and union grievance processes as requested by the VP of Labor Relations & Trucking.

• Communicates policy updates and HR-related information to associates.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Supervises and mentors a Recruiter, providing training and development to ensure effective hiring practices.

• Oversees recruiting strategies and staffing plans to attract and retain qualified associates.

• Reviews and approves background checks and pre-employment screenings.

• Negotiates with temporary labor providers, maintaining records to meet company guidelines and business needs.

• Maintains organization charts, labor hour tracking, and related workforce reports.

HR Administration & Reporting

• Ensures accuracy and timely submission of facility HR reports.

• Records and tracks associate status changes and other HR transactions.

• Provides support in preparing reports for management and external agencies.

Collaboration & Culture

• Works cross-functionally to address business needs and support company initiatives.

• Responds to inquiries from associates, managers, and candidates, providing excellent service and fostering teamwork.

• Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and commitment to learning new skills.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• This position follows a hybrid schedule, combining remote work with in-office presence. The schedule may be adjusted at management's discretion.

• Work is primarily sedentary, with routine walking within and around facilities as needed.

• Regular overnight travel is required, which may involve transportation by car, train, or airplane.

• During travel and facility visits, the role may involve exposure to varying weather conditions and occasional physical environments such as production areas or shuttle transportation.

• Limited exposure to office-related materials (e.g., copier toner) and facility-related elements (e.g., gasoline) may occur.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or a related field.

• 5-8 years of progressive HR experience, including implementing HR programs, supporting organized labor, and coaching management.

• Professional HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP) preferred.

• Broad HR generalist background with knowledge of employment law, compensation, organizational planning, employee relations, labor relations, and training and development.

• Minimum of five years' experience handling grievances and collaborating with a unionized workforce

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.

• High level of interpersonal skills to manage sensitive and confidential situations with discretion.

• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational abilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to learn additional HR systems as needed.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and balance day-to-day responsibilities with longer-term projects.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently by car, train, or airplane to remote locations.

• Flexibility to adjust work schedule as business needs require.

• Collaborative leadership style with a team-oriented, participative approach.

• Comfortable managing complex projects alongside daily responsibilities.

• Tactful, adaptable, and resourceful with excellent reasoning and judgment skills.

• Service-oriented, yet assertive and persuasive when needed.

• Results-driven with the ability to balance business priorities and associate needs.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AWCT is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class with respect to employment opportunities.