Human Resources Director

Reporting to the Vice President, this newly created position will lead the hiring, onboarding, coaching and employee development efforts. This critical role combines both strategic planning and 'hands - on' leadership and requires a person who has previous experience in a manufacturing or distribution industry. This is a full-time role that will require your daily presence at our headquarters in Canton, Ohio
Position Summary:

The successful candidate will lead in developing talent management systems, recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, compensation analysis, employee retention, succession planning and developing employee satisfaction initiatives. This role requires a person who is comfortable performing tactical responsibilities -- ensuring that HR tools, training and resources are available to support every employee.

Employees will experience an exciting, fast-paced, and friendly work environment; a culture of care and collaboration; opportunities to grow; and competitive wage and benefits package, medical (with incentives available to earn generous discounts on premiums), dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, employer paid short-term disability, and voluntary long-term disability. We offer a 401k plan that includes an employer match.

Manager of HR Responsibilities include:

• Understand and identify the capabilities, skill sets and interests of human resources and use this data to determine staff development needs and staffing decisions.
• Manage the recruitment process including sourcing, assessments, interviews, and offers.
• Manage and oversee the development of talent management tools and training in relation to performance, calibration, and succession planning.
• Manage and administer the HRIS - UKG, while overseeing the database of the organization's distinct roles and job descriptions.
• Establish innovative sourcing strategies to attract top candidates including job posting optimization, job board procurement, digital and non-digital employment marketing, comprehensive annual recruitment campaign planning, and talent planning.
• Provide leadership in the development and execution of recruitment strategies for all locations.
• Manage contractual relationships with placement agencies, contract recruiters, job boards, job fairs and various internet job search websites.
• Develop a comprehensive and meaningful on-boarding system.
• Maintain administration and workflow of human resources programs including, leave of absence, workers compensation (TIRR with safety), FMLA, Unemployment Insurance, etc.
• Provide direction, support, and expertise for individual development planning.
• Identify talent and develop future leaders through appropriate job assignments and personal development plans.
• Develop a mentorship program, with department managers, to assess and grow leadership capabilities of front-line employees.
• Take a leadership role in developing a culture that enables employees to perform in accordance with the Company's objectives.
• Encourage every employee to participate in the work process so that they become a partner in the implementation of plans and outcomes.
• Initiate programs that instill an environment of trust, cooperation and communication for personal growth and the achievement of the company's goals

Qualifications for this role:

• Bachelor's degree in related field; proven industry experience will be acceptable in lieu of degree.
• Five or more years' experience in a variety of areas in human resources
• Human Resources Certification highly preferred
• Excellent knowledge of employment related laws and regulations
• Proven experience in human resources management
• Thorough knowledge of human resources management principles and best practices
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment, maintain confidentiality, and act in a diplomatic manner.
• A good educator who is trustworthy and willing to share information and serve as a mentor.
• An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent communication skills.
• Well-organized and self-directed with ability to work with minimal amount of supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry related software programs HRIS system, preferably UKG.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays pursuant with industry demands.
• Occasional travel
• Sound judgment, positive attitude and high level of organizational skills.
• Other skills, experience and qualifications specific to manufacturing and or distribution.
• Advanced knowledge of employment laws