Biourja Renewables LLC Hiring for Plant HR Manager – Union Facility – Peoria, IL at Peoria, IL Full Time

HR Manager
Full-Time, Exempt Position
BioUrja Renewables LLC
https://www.biourja.com/careers

SUMMARY OF COMPANY
BioUrja Renewables, LLC is a leading manufacturer of industrial-grade, beverage-grade, and fuel-grade ethanol and co-products, located in Peoria, IL. The company operates a 135 million gallon per year production plant, which is among the largest industrial alcohol facilities in the U.S., with a long history of successful operations. We are part of the BioUrja Group, a family-owned energy and agricultural trading, supply and distribution group headquartered in Houston, Texas and having operations across the USA, as well as in the UK, UAE, India, Singapore, and Mexico. We are proud to have been listed as one of the top four largest privately held companies in the Houston metropolitan area.

Job Summary 
The Human Resource Manager is accountable for managing all Human Resource (HR) functions such as: implementing HR operational strategies, analyzing business information and leading HR and business project initiatives, proactively engaging in employee relations issues, managing candidate staffing, selection and community outreach, employee development activities, and managing programs, policies and procedures in support of the company culture.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborates with local facility leadership to get input on HR decisions and ensures the delivery of high-quality HR processes.
• Manages one or more direct reports.
• Evaluates potential issues or service needs and formulates strategic responses.
• Develops and implements facility-staffing strategies inclusive of community outreach.
• Demonstrates employee advocacy and develops a reputation as a neutral and approachable HR professional serving all employees.
• Mediates difficult employee relations and/or other interactions as a neutral party.
• Leads talent management, employee development, and succession planning initiatives.
• Communicates benefit-related changes and assists employees with questions regarding benefits.
• Designs (as needed), revises, and communicates HR policies and procedures.
• Assures local facility complies with all federal, state, and local laws governing employment.
• Designs and maintains affirmative action plan by conducting statistical analysis and documenting progress in the AAP.
• Measures performance in the areas of human resources and safety and presents information to corporate management and customers.
• Manages the employee’s performance evaluation and career development process.
• Assists leadership team with budget formulation and management.
• Designs programs and policies to cultivate a strong customer service culture in the HR function
• Provides value-added services including strategic management, leadership development, and project management.
• May be assigned as a subject-matter expert on one or more human resource disciplines for the company
• Support training initiatives, training and programs.
• Other projects or duties as assigned.

 
Minimum Job Requirements

• 5 plus years of recent HR generalist experience, with strong leadership and hands-on capabilities in Employee Relations, Staffing, Talent Management, Change Management, Performance Management, Labor/Union Relations and Regulatory Compliance
• Refining/Manufacturing Experience required
• 3+ years of Union/Labor experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources or related field
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to balance conflicting points of view, function effectively under pressure and demonstrate discretion, integrity and fair-mindedness
• Proven ability to resolve complex problems by leveraging business/HR knowledge and client relationships
• Track record of developing successful client relationships/business partnerships
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to logically organize thinking on issues, develop thorough execution plans and drive process to successful implementation
• Strong experience working the “soft side” of HR including developing a culture of cooperation, teamwork and open communication at all levels
• Ability to anticipate business needs, think proactively and respond appropriately
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently, demonstrating a sense of urgency and results orientation
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and create improved efficiency
• Excellent follow-up skills with the ability to follow-through to completion

Track record of success working at a fast pace

• Exhibits great attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with HRIS, Microsoft Office and familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems
• Up to 15% travel for training, support of other company facilities, etc.
• This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test.

EEO Statement
Biourja Renewables LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Biourja Renewables LLC participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Biourja Renewables LLC is not currently accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Biourja Renewables LLC, via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Biourja Renewables LLC in any form without a valid written agreement in place for that specific position will be deemed the sole property of Biourja Renewables LLC. As a result, no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Biourja Renewables LLC.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Peoria, IL 61602: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• What is your minimum salary requirement?

Work Location: One location