Liebherr USA Hiring For Human Resources Manager (newport News, Va) at Newport News, VA, United States , United States Full Time

Job Description

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for the HR functions for all Liebherr USA, Co. for various U.S. locations, and in coordination with other Liebherr Group Human Resources, Payroll and Benefits staff to ensure consistent application, process and procedures to meet company and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manages the employment function, including recruitment sourcing that ensures a qualified, diverse applicant pool for all positions, scheduling interviews, interviewing, extending offers, scheduling pre-employment drug screens and physicals, maintaining applicant log and corresponding with applicants.
• Works closely with management to develop and implement new, and enhance existing employee relations initiatives. Supports managers with resolving employee conflict and grievances. Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.
• Develops, implements and manages the performance evaluation and recognition programs. Provides assistance for the remediation of employee performance issues. Tracks and reviews performance appraisals for compliance and consistency.
• Works with management and other Human Resources staff to develop, propose and implement policies and procedures. Advises managers on company policies relating to Human Resources. Researches and understands the impact of legislation and consults with legal counsel, when necessary, to ensure policies and procedures comply with federal and state law. Represents Company at various government hearings.
• Works closely with management and other Human Resources staff in developing, implementing, conducting and evaluating training and development programs.
• Works closely with management to develop and implement a compensation plan and when applicable, bonus plan that is externally and internally equitable including analyzing wage and salary reports and data.
• Works closely with management and employees to develop and maintain job descriptions for all existing and new positions.
• Administers benefits programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurances, pension plans, vacation, FMLA, leave of absence and employee assistance program.
• Assists management with the reporting of OSHA recordable incidents and Workers Compensation claims.
• Administers relocation, immigration and visa processes.
• Manages the maintenance of records to include recruiting, attendance and FMLA records or others as required by law or local governing bodies, or other departments in the organization.
• Creates and maintains relationships with community organizations and entities as well as other companies to ensure the quality of the Liebherr employment brand. Works closely with management and other Human Resources staff with the coordination of community outreach and charitable events.
• Maintains organizational charts.
• Assists in random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.
• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of team.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages Direct 3 – 4 Reports.

Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and 5 -7 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of 3 years of management experience is preferred. SHRM-SCP or SPHR preferred.
• Knowledge of HR, payroll and time and attendance systems; Internet and intranet software; MS Office software.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs and charts.
• Ability to solve HR related issues and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited or no standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule required to meet multiple shifts and offsite locations.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 15% of the time.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport.

Our Offer

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.
Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Silva at: [email protected].
Liebherr is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
One Passion. Many Opportunities.

The company

In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators. It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologies through its companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.

Location

Liebherr USA Co.
4800 Chestnut Avenue
23607 Newport News, VA
United States (US)

Contact

Melissa Silva
[email protected]