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Full Job Description
“Viscofan is the world leader in casings production and distribution representing a unique proposal for the meat industry. With presence in more than 110 countries worldwide, in more than 1,700 customers, more than 970M$ turnover and more than 5,000 employees distributed in 18 countries, Viscofan Group leads not only casing market, but also biotechnology innovations delivering significant medical advances.”
Job Purpose
This position will be responsible for leading all aspects of Human Resources for a fast-growing, progressive food manufacturing company while managing a Human Resources team. This person will focus on developing, implementing, and improving the process related to the employee lifecycle including, but not limited to recruiting, onboarding, development, compensation, benefits, payroll, collective bargaining, retention, and offboarding. To guide and manage the overall provisions of Human Resources services, policies, and programs for the Company at the assigned facility.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides leadership to ensure clear definition, execution and understanding of roles and responsibilities for Human Resources in Viscofan Danville.
Maintain effective relationships with global stakeholders within the organization which includes the ability to manage and communicate to stakeholders across various levels, functions, countries and cultures.
Ensure safe working procedures are practiced at all times by employees/direct reports. Insist on strict adherence to safety standards and ensure good housekeeping across the department at all times.
Establishes targets and ensures delivery against established metrics for measurement of factors such as cost, labor efficiency, recruitment, retention etc.
Organizational development: Understand, implement, and manage organizational change.
Performance management and improvement systems: Implement and manage the employee performance review system as well as the HR Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Employee development: Responsible for the overall strategy and implementation of employee development programs, including but not limited to general plant training, compliance training, leadership training, succession planning, and development plan management.
Regulatory compliance: Ensure company compliance with local, state and federal employment laws and regulations. (FLSA, ADA, FMLA, ODRISA etc.)
Internal compliance: Ensure HR compliance with internal company processes and procedures (ICFR reports, ISO CARs, etc.)
Policy development and administration: Partner with the Executive Team and others as needed to develop and implement new policies. Effectively communicate policy changes to employees. Provide training and workshops to employees regarding policy additions and revisions.
Employee/Labor Relations: Provide leadership and expertise in complex employment matters related to the salaried and hourly or union workforce (if applicable at the facility).
Responsible to lead the Collective Bargaining process on behalf of Viscofan USA. (DNV & BRW)
Responsible to oversee the Grievance Administration process. (DNV & BRW)
Oversees investigations and disciplinary action.
Facilitates a monthly Employee Feedback meeting.
Community Relations: Establish and maintain a mutually beneficial relationship with community organizations.
Compensation and Benefits Administration: Manage employee compensation including base pay and merit increases along with conducting market studies to ensure competitive compensation and benefits packages. Also manage employee benefits administration including medical insurance, life insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, 401(k) savings accounts.
Payroll: Is responsive for the overall payroll process, acts as a backup to Payroll Manager for Salary payroll if necessary.
Employee Health and Wellness administration: Develop and implement programs to enhance employee health, wellness, and morale.
Reporting: Gathers information for and regularly updates required and requested reporting related to all Human Resources functions and KPIs.
Actively engages in Corporate change management initiatives and leads the implementation of such programs as requested.
Responsible for managing costs and proposing budgetary needs of the Human Resources Department.
Qualifications
Education: Undergraduate Degree required (solid, proven experience working in human resources may be considered in-lieu of degree)
Experience: 5+ or more years of experience working in human resources or related area
Skills: MS Office intermediate/advanced required; ability to quickly learn to use other software and programs
Will require high level of communication skills. Will use tact and diplomacy in addressing employee complaints and communicating changes in the Company’s HR policies or benefit plans. Must be an excellent team player who is a self-starter. Must be highly motivated and flexible to handle changes both within the corporation and in the legal environment.
Professional Certification: PHR or SHRM-CP preferred
