Human Resources Manager - Marshall, MN

The HR Manager will provide HR support to management and employees at the plant regarding employee relations issues, talent management, employee development, performance management, recruiting and coaching. Responsible for the administration of policies, procedures, and programs.  Will provide Human Resource expertise and services and spearhead continuous improvement of HR processes.
 

Essential Job Functions
 
  • Develop and maintain successful working relationships with local management team in order to influence and provide effective HR processes, advice and support. Provide proactive consultation and direction to management in areas of employee relations, performance management, training and development and overall organizational effectiveness.
  • Organize and participate in selection and hiring process. Interview and screen applicants, provide behavioral interview training, recruit prospective employees, and coordinate searches. Prepare position descriptions, track employment requisitions and Affirmative Action Forms, and direct all aspects of pre-employment screenings, and conduct new hire orientation.
  • Increase understanding and consistent application of ADM policies, procedures, and practices through training, coaching, one-on-one communication and policy interpretation. Observe and promote adherence to policies, regulations and company standards, including FMLA, STD, Workers Comp and the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Primary contact for employees and managers to answer inquiries and provide general employee information including: benefits, attendance, performance reviews/evaluations and terminations.
  • Coach and support on performance management, feedback and development process. Approve and process Performance Appraisals, Colleague Improvement Plans and Career Development Plans. Participate in conducting training needs assessments. Provide input on priorities and overall recommendations.
  • Represent management in investigating, answering and settling grievances and employee complaints of moderate complexity. Represent management in the analysis of employee misconduct and recommend appropriate disciplinary action where appropriate.
 
Job Requirements
 
  • BA/BS in Business, Human Resources or related field is preferred
  • 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience 
  • Labor relations experience is strongly preferred
  • Thorough knowledge of HR, including recruiting and talent management
  • Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills essential
  • Successfully relate to and work with a diverse workforce in a variety of positions including operators, supervisors, plant managers and senior managers.
  • Experience with successfully resolving employee relations issues, and creating/maintaining a positive employee relations