Key responsibilities:
- Recruitment and On-boarding: Manage the entire recruitment process, including creating job listings, interviewing candidates, and overseeing the on-boarding and new hire paperwork for new employees.
- Employee Relations: Act as a mediator and point of contact for employee concerns, grievances, and other issues, working to bridge the gap between employees and management.
- Performance Management: Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and implement training and development programs to improve employee skills and productivity.
- HR Strategy: Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that align with the company's overall business objectives and goals.
- Compliance and Policy: Ensure that all HR activities comply with labor laws and company policies. This is especially critical for health and safety in a manufacturing setting, where the manager must ensure compliance with safety protocols and risk assessments.
- Payroll and Benefits: Oversee the payroll process and assist employees with issues related to benefits, time off requests, and other administrative matters.
Essential skills and qualifications:
- Education: A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is often required, along with certifications in areas like production management if they focus on that aspect.
- Experience: Previous experience in HR or personnel management is essential, along with specific knowledge of the plastics manufacturing industry.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and HR management software is necessary.
Soft Skills:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- People management skills.
- Adaptability, organization, and initiative.
- A collaborative, team-oriented mindset.