Human Resources Manager, KT Pacer

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TWAY COMPANY, LLC Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc.
, a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.
Are you a well rounded HR professional looking to play a strategic role with an incredible company? Apply now! With more than 45 years of experience, KT Pacer is recognized as an industry leader for design innovation and quality manufacturing of aluminum feed body and feed trailer transportation equipment.
KT Pacer produces a wide range of aluminum feed transportation equipment used throughout the world.
Because feed transportation equipment is our only business, we are committed to all aspects of the equipment purchasing and ownership experience.
KT Pacer is a division of Kentucky Trailer, which is majority owned by Berkshire Hathaway.
KT Pacer believes in strengthening tomorrow’s modern manufacturing leaders.
It takes high-caliber people to do what we do, and the investments we make in our team pay dividends in the products and services we provide to our customers.
We value and respect our employees because inspired people do inspiring work.
Our associates are empowered to propose new solutions, expand their skill sets, and advance in the company.
About the opportunity As described above, KT Pacer is committed to their employees, and in having best in class HR practices, where HR truly has a seat at the leadership table and can make a significant impact on operations.
This position will provide Human Resources support to the KT Pacer teams in Cedar Rapids, Iowa & Trussville, Alabama.
You will partner with the business team on a daily basis to develop and implement a Talent Strategy, including processes and practices which promote sound employee engagement and relationships consistent with KT Pacer’s core values.
Key responsibilities include Partner with the president on continuing to build the culture through an engagement survey implementation and action planning, rolling out the Servant Leadership program, conducting leadership assessments and 360° reviews, State of the Business events, and other employee development and performance efforts.
Work closely with safety coordinators and safety team to ensure Safety First and Always training programs are implemented and enforced along with near-miss communications.
Work with management team to develop career paths, implement succession planning and improve the performance management system.
Partner with the KT Pacer functional groups to develop their teams, including crafting position descriptions, identifying candidate sources, selection teams, and search timelines.
Screen candidates, conduct employment interviews / assessments, and provide feedback on candidates to internal business partners.
Develop and implement sound sourcing strategies and processes including industry networking, internet resources, campus recruiting, internships, and third party recruiters.
Collaborate with supervisors to ensure HR practices are followed including compliance, appropriate staffing levels, retention, employee training/engagement, performance and incentive programs.
Oversee the management of all employee relations matters to ensure employees are treated fairly and provided with competitive wages, benefits and sound working conditions.
Develop and improve programs and practices that ensure KT Pacer is an employer of choice.
Manage employee communication programs.
Administer the Company’s base pay and incentive compensation program and provide consultation on compensation recommendations.
About You You have a solid understanding of all HR disciplines, and how these levers can help drive employee engagement and business performance.
You are eager to join a great team that values your skills and expertise.
Desired Qualifications and Experience Levels: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
Master’s degree and/or HR certifications (PHR / SPHR) a plus.
5 years or more experience in human resources.
Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Track record of producing results on time and on budget in a fast paced environment Effectively lead HR efforts in partnership with business leaders, managing multiple projects and on-going work simultaneously.
Recruited hourly and salaried candidates through social media, and other emerging approaches to recruit talented and skilled candidates.
Experience using Workday is a plus Throughout our company and in all interactions, Kentucky Trailer Associates choose to be: Patient, demonstrating self-control Kind, giving encouragement and appreciation to others Humble, without arrogance or pretense Respectful, treating others as important individuals Selfless, focusing on the needs of others Forgiving, letting go of resentment when wronged Honest, free of deception Committed, honoring the choices we make Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.
If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.
com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.