Human Resources Manager

A Lava & Son is seeking a Plant HR Manager for our facility in Chicago, IL! The HR Manager provides strategic and transactional support on organizational and employee matters including coaching, HR process expertise, and other general HR activities. This role is critical in executing all HR initiatives, providing available and responsive internal customer support, and driving HR functional excellence and continuous process improvement across the enterprise. Partners with the VP HR to create and drive a world-class HR organization that delivers an unrelenting commitment to operational excellence.

A Lava & Son has a long history of providing reliable and innovative mattress components to the bedding industry. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology and a commitment to customer satisfaction, the company has established itself as a trusted partner to mattress manufacturers and retailers across North America. A Lava & Son is a valued member of the Piston Group Family, a leading diversified automotive supplier with a global footprint. The Piston Group's commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction aligns perfectly with A Lava & Son's core values.

Why A Lava? Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle and Product Discounts.

Responsibilities

1. Management of site performance management processes; coaching leaders on tough conversations, co-creating performance improvement plans and individual development plans, and guiding leaders through the Talent Review process.
2. Ensures the development of talent at all levels and the implementation of succession plans for key roles.
3. Oversee associate relations programs including investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
4. Identifies staffing and recruiting needs. Uses analytics and metrics to develop workforce planning and other organizational strategies to improve the organization's capabilities. Partnering with Corporate Talent Acquisition for exempt positions.
5. Support EHS representative alongside EHS Manager in planning and implementing safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations.
6. Managing the employee life cycle. Serves as subject matter expert for all HR systems and performs administrative tasks in support of the organization.
7. Manage and partner with the Plant Manager and leadership team providing direction to labor relations and collective bargaining agreements.
8. Administers employee benefits at the site level. Partnering with Finance and the Corporate Benefits Manager to resolve employee inquiries.
9. Conducts wage surveys to ensure the organization maintains its competitive advantage.
10. Coordinates management training in the topics of interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review, safety, and sexual harassment.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of eight (8) years of human resources experience.
2. A Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
3. 5 years of experience working with ADP or similar HR systems.
4. A minimum of 5 years of experience with MS Office Suite at an intermediate to advanced level.

PREFERRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: PHR and/or SPHR preferred.