Human Resources Supervisor

Job Summary:

This position is responsible, under the direction of the Plant Manager and other senior staff, for policies and programs relating to personnel, staff development, employee recruitment, wage & salary administration, and maintaining effective means of communications between local management and employees. The HR Coordinator is also responsible for the general oversight of benefits administration, labor scheduling, training, and related tasks within the plant. This position must ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations. Located in Warden, Washington, this processing plant is a potato processing facility which produces dehydrated frozen potatoes and potato flake products.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for recruitment, hiring, and retention of a qualified workforce; create job descriptions, interview process, and selection recommendations to management. Advise location's management in the maintenance of employment procedures and practices at local levels designed to attract qualified employees for plant and administrative positions.

2. Coordinates wage & salary administration with Plant Manager and the Corporate Office; sees that wages and salaries are maintained accurately and that such wage and salary programs are administered soundly; makes recommendations to the management staff on salary ranges for plant and administrative personnel. Update hourly wage brackets and salary pay grades accordingly.

3. Advise managers and supervisory personnel on a case by case basis regarding progressive discipline procedures. Monitor all probations and involuntary terminations.

4. Responsible for any required personnel reporting, including the annual EEO-1 report.

5. Coordinate the company's use of external employment sources and programs.

6. Responsible for the administration and information of fringe benefits, including but not limited to insurance, vacations, paid holidays, and education assistance programs.

7. Establish and maintains open communications lines between all staff levels and Corporate Office. Provide access to management for hourly and non-supervisory personnel. Act as mediator with employee relations issues or instances of internal policies non-compliance.

8. Develops and maintains various reports for management actions (e.g., recruiting/manning, labor, discipline, turnover/retention, etc.).

9. Ensures fair and consistent administration of company policies.

10. Ensures communication and interface with support departments is carried out in a participative and professional manner, that is conducive with operational goals.

11. Conducts oneself in a professional manner, ensures confidentiality regarding sensitive issues and consistently adheres to the standards necessary to successfully perform the job functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience Preferred

Bachelors Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year college or university plus 2 years related experience and/or training, OR equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills needed to successfully perform the essential job functions.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required

Sound knowledge level of Human Resources regulations, policies, procedures, and practices is essential.
Solid knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to: ADA, EEO, FLSA, FMLA, HIPAA, I-9’s, OSHA, and related matters.
Proficient understanding of Company policies and regulations concerning personnel, safety, security, and employee handbooks.
Possess effective analytical, negotiation, managerial, and problem-solving skills.
Possess intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills.
Proficient with basic math skills.
Strong communication skills, including facilitation with teams and/or large groups, and direct interface with customers.
Ability to make quick and effective decisions in line with the plant goals and objectives.
Ability to demonstrate strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to manage tasks, delegate, lead groups, and work with people from various functions/departments.
Ability to maintain an acceptable attendance and safety record.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse staff in order to accomplish Plant goals and objectives.
Ability to effectively work on multiple assignments, while responding to frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

Desired Qualifications