Human Resources Manager

Growing Manufacturing company 30 minutes south of Lafayette, LA has a need for a HR Manager. This is a direct hire role with a full benefits package.

Lead the implementation of strategic HR initiatives related to people development, talent management, staffing, retention, succession planning, diversity, organizational development, and performance management for union and non-union employees.

Ensure the HR function's priorities and efforts are customer centric and aligned to the execution of the operation’s strategy.

Develop and maintain a robust and sustainable talent pipeline for production, trades, technical and supervisory positions.

Develop and implement cultural change initiatives to create a collaborative work environment consistent with client values.

Provide subject matter expertise and counsel department leaders on change management (i.e., identify stakeholders, gaps, potential barriers, communication plans and measurement strategy)

Provide one on one coaching and consultation to management regarding communication and leadership style and its impact on departmental change efforts.

Provide expertise, counsel, and coaching support to department leaders on HR annual processes and systems with goal of building management competencies within the local leadership team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 3+ years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
• Experience in administration and negotiation of collective bargaining agreements.
• Broad knowledge of HR practices including talent acquisition, compensation, performance management, succession planning, leadership development, employee relations, change management and organizational development.
• Ability to motivate staff and effectively accomplish tasks through others; ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office products and the ability to learn various in-house computer software.
• Experience in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community; effective conflict resolution and/or mediation skills.
• Knowledge and awareness of industrial sites. Protective gear will be required where appropriate. Position requires occasional overnight travel and the ability to work varied hours, including weekends, based on departmental and business needs.