Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced HR Director to join the Human Resources team. This position will drive the development and day-to-day execution of the Human Resource team while setting enterprise-wide HR strategies for the Company. As a key member of the leadership team, the HR Director will lead the Human Resource initiative to provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity and standards, goal attainment, and organizational growth. This individual contributes as a strategic partner in the accomplishment of departmental plans through initiatives that attract and retain talent, develop employees and leaders and align organizational goals and objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directs the functional areas of Human Resources including, but not limited to retention, personnel records, employee relations, job evaluation, compensation management, benefits administration, organizational development, workers compensation, safety, training, and special projects.
• Responsible for maintaining a highly engaging culture, motivating employees, and fostering an environment with high levels of teamwork, accountability, communication, and vision for employees.
• Develops, updates, and manages policies and procedures. Develops organizational strategies by identifying and researching human resource issues; contributes information, analysis, and recommendations to the organizations strategic direction.
• Administers various human resource plans and procedures for all company personnel; assists in the development and implementation of company policies and procedures; provides input to update and maintain employee handbook.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the Human Resource group to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Works closely with executive leaders and management to advise, counsel, and provide coaching and resolution to address employees' performance. Provides performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to provide consultation and guidance to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention.
• Manages the human resource department and guides the resolution of complex employee relations issues. Identifies and consults with the Corporate office on matters of legal importance.
• The Director of Human Resources plans and makes improvements to new employee orientation programs to foster positive attitudes toward company goals.
• Ensures the maintenance records of transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, terminations, attendance records, discipline records, employee performance appraisal records, and schedules.
• Directs the training, planning, and skill building of the HR staff to prepare them for future growth for the company and individual career paths.
• Serves as the first point of escalation, communicates business developments and organizational changes to subordinates, and addresses and resolves employee concerns.
• Promotes ethical and cultural awareness to the workforce through training, development, and consultation.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and compliance of Human Resource policies and procedures and their dissemination through employee handbooks, communications, and/or meetings.
• Prepares reports in conformance with legislated and legal requirements or company needs.
• Communicates changes in the organizations personnel policies and procedures and ensure proper compliance is followed.
• Reports daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reporting as determined by the CEO
• Responsible for continuous improvement and innovation as it relates to improving processes, addressing performance, creating action plans, and ensuring proper training and development of employees.
• Actively participates in the interviewing and hiring process.
• Required to attend and complete all company development, safety, and compliance training.
• Submitting Salary transactions on time.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• BS/BA degree
• 15 + years experience in Human Resources
• 5 + years Union experience is a must
• 5 years experience as an HR Director, including recruiting, benefits, employee's relations, and compliance
• Experience in a strategic role