Plant HR Manager

Join Our Team at NiagaraAt Niagara, we're looking for team members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.Develop lasting relationships with great people.Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our team members.Plant HR ManagerPlans and administers policies relating to all phases of human resources activity by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate administrators.Essential FunctionsEnsures policies, procedures and reporting are in compliance.Recruits, interviews, and selects employees to fill vacant positions.Conducts new employee orientations to foster positive attitude toward company goals.Participates in safety committee, conducts facility walk-through's identifying safety issues.Works with management and senior HR in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.Assists in investigations of employee relations issues.Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures and programs.Administers performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance and equity within organization.Ensures plant is FLSA compliant.Assists management in union avoidance activities.Conducts training when requested.Investigates accidents and prepares reports for insurance carrier.Leads monthly "Listening Sessions" with employees.Enters new hire paperwork as well as status changes into HRIS system.Initial review and submission of payroll.Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:6 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment6 Years – Experience in Position4 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications:10+ Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment10+ Years – Experience working in Position6 Years – Experience managing people/projects*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetenciesThis position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead Like an OwnerManages a safe working environment, accurately documents safety related training, and effectively communicates safety incidentsProvides strategic input and oversight to departmental projectsMakes data driven decisions and develops sustainable solutionsSkilled in reducing costs and managing timelines while prioritizing long run impact over short term winsMakes decisions by putting overall company success first before department/individual successLeads/facilitates discussions to get positive outcomes for the customerMakes strategic decisions which prioritize the needs of the customer over departmental/individual goalsInnovACTContinuously evaluates existing programs and processes, and develops new initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce wasteCreates, monitors, and responds to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvementCommunicates a clear vision, organizes resources effectively, and adjusts the strategy as needed when managing changeFind a WayDemonstrates ability to think analytically and synthesize complex informationEffectively delegates technical tasks to subordinatesWorks effectively with departments, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational successIdentifies opportunities for collaboration in strategic waysEmpowered to be GreatMakes hiring decisions primarily based on culture fit and attitude, and secondarily based on technical expertiseEngages in long term talent planningProvides opportunities for the development of all direct reportsUnderstands, identifies, and addresses conflict within own team and between teamsEducationMinimum Required:Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or other related fieldPreferred:Master's Degree in Business Administration or other related fieldCertification/License:Required: N/APreferred: PHR/SPHRForeign LanguageRequired: None RequiredPreferred: Native or Bilingual ProficiencyBenefitsOur Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth Savings Account with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursementsIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more!