Hydro Hiring for Sr. HR Process Improvement Manager Job at Rosemont, IL Full Time

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 34,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.

Job Location: Rosemont, IL

Summary: The Sr. HR Process Improvement Manager performs the central Business Unit (BU) leadership role of assigned critical HR initiatives to be conducted throughout the Extrusion North America (ENA) network of plants and operations. These critical initiatives are identified “people” processes necessary to meet business needs and better enable the BU to achieve business plan and workplace / cultural objectives. The initial focus of this role will be onboarding, mentoring and leadership development.

The Sr. HR Process Improvement Manager will be based at the ENA BU Headquarter office (Rosemont, IL) and will report directly to the VP HR (ENA HRBP). Significant travel visiting operations throughout ENA is required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with legal / regulatory requirements and Company policies and procedures. Continuously and consistently function in a manner that demonstrates commitment to an extraordinary Safety focus and our Company’s values of care, courage and collaboration.
• Drive and enable proactive change and ENA alignment involving identified “people” processes and practices, e.g. initial focus on onboarding, mentoring and leadership development.
• Partner with and work through the organization’s network of HR practitioners, i.e. Region HR Managers, BU HQ HR Directors and staff, Plant HR Managers and staff, and Global Business Services (GBS) HR to drive “people” initiatives and processes throughout the operations, and to support HR actions and processes as needed.
• Visit plants on a regular basis to assess process compliance and effectiveness, and to assist local HR and management implement and deliver sustainable processes. Collaborate with General Managers and plant management as required to build buy-in of HR processes at the plant level.
• Proactively provide consultation and recommendations to management regarding process changes and needs that effect process effectiveness and our values / culture.
• Regularly and professionally perform reporting and analyses necessary to monitor process progress and results.
• Function as key BU HR leader as required and assigned to support BU/BA/Hydro people objectives and strategy.

Job Requirements:

• Comply with and support Health, Safety & Environmental requirements
• Fluency in English is required; Spanish fluency is a plus
• A process focus, appreciation and aptitude are required
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written, with Executives, Managers, supervisors, peers and subordinates is required
• Keen listening, communication, collaboration and change management skills to lead the implementation of improved processes within various areas and levels of the organization is extremely important in this role
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills required (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); proficiency in SAP Success Factors system / modules or a similar system is a plus.

Education and Work Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (or another education focus that similarly provides a foundation for this people and process-oriented role) is required, or the equivalent in education and experience. An applicable Master’s degree and/or SHRM certification is preferred.
• Must possess a minimum of 5-10 years proven experience successfully developing, leading and administering related HR programs

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

At Hydro you’re part of a bigger story. A story shaped by you.

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.

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