Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager Job Description

For over forty years, Beckwith & Kuffel has been synonymous with innovation, hard work and reliability. With locations across Washington State (Seattle, Kennewick, Spokane, Vancouver) and Alaska, we are a manufacturer and distributor of industrial products and services.

To better support our growth, we are looking for a stellar manager with a proven track record owning the Human Resources Office. This role will be a great fit for someone looking for an opportunity to put their leadership, exceptional organizational skills, team building, and deep understanding of the Human Resources function on a meaningful growth path.

This leadership position will work from our headquarters in Seattle, overseeing the HR needs of the other locations remotely, with expected sporadic travel. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruiting and Hiring Management

o   In collaboration with the hiring managers, define position requirements, design job descriptions

and manage job postings

o   Recommend compensation packages

o   Interview and manage the hiring process of new employees

o   Onboard employees to both benefits, policies, and culture of B&K.

• Human Capital Management:

o   Run payroll and set up employee benefits

o   Enforce HR policies with leadership guidance

o   Employee handbook maintenance

o   Maintain employee records

o   Assist with data management as needed

o   In collaboration with other Department heads, develop performance reviews and individual

improvement plans

o   Offboard employees

o   PTO / Vacation / time off management per policies

o   Manage necessary state tax payments, compliance requirements, unemployment, etc. as it

relates to payroll

• Team Leadership & Development:

o    Lead, mentor, train, and develop the HR office, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and

continuous improvement.

o    Oversee departmental performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and address any

performance issues

o    In collaboration with other department heads, develop and implement staffing plans and optimize

labor allocation to meet operational demands.

o    Promote a positive and collaborative work environment.

• Safety & Compliance:

o    Ensure strict adherence to all safety regulations, health and safety standards (OSHA), and company

policies.

o    Implement and maintain a comprehensive safety program within the organization.

o    Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions to ensure a safe working environment.

o    Ensure all team members are properly trained on equipment safety, storage protocols, including

appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Continuous Improvement:

o    Identify opportunities for process improvement and, in collaboration with other department

heads, implement methodologies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

o    Utilize data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to analyze performance, identify trends, and

make data-driven decisions.

o    Stay informed of industry’s best practices and emerging technologies in Human Resources.

• Skills:

o  High degree of consistency is required for interviews, recruiting and managing employee issues

o  Ability to connect with and understand employees and employee needs, while maintaining strict

confidentiality.

• Qualifications:

o  Speak fluent English

o   Five years of management experience, expertise in all areas of HR

o  Have a bachelor’s degree in business management or HR

o  Strong prioritization, organization, and project management skills

o  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, technical and otherwise.

o  SHRM-CP, PHR certifications highly desired