Manager III, HR

Company Overview

Why Choose Us?

Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.

Our Sustainability Commitment

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

Job Description

Responsibilities

The Human Resources Manager is ultimately responsible for serving as the strategic “people” partner to the business, in a fast paced, high volume manufacturing facility. As Human Resources Manager, you are responsible for all HR functional areas within the facility to include talent acquisition, employee/labor relations, training & development, compensation & payroll, benefits, communications & change management, workforce planning and employee engagement. *Bilingual(English/Spanish)

Lead the talent acquisition process from needs assessment to onboarding.

Own and continuously improve the workforce hiring process

Develop & execute talent acquisition strategies for the short and long-term

Own and continuously improve the onboarding & orientation programs and processes within the location

Facilitate new leader assimilations for all new leadership talent

Build the leadership pipeline and improve organizational capabilities

Leverage leadership development and other training platforms to improve leadership capability to drive business performance

Create and execute learning and development programs to prepare employees for more significant responsibilities and career opportunities

Drive talent management including assessment, selection, coaching and mentoring

Develop local succession plans to ensure that we have the right talent to deliver the ambitions of the organization today and tomorrow

Build a high-performing, values-led organization through increased employee engagement, diversity & inclusion

Develop and execute proactive employee engagement programs to ensure high levels of management credibility and business performance

Provide expertise in change management; drive and facilitate change communications and management in support of functional business initiatives, projects and changes

Be the communication champion for the workforce, developing a communication plan to continue to develop the culture of the operations

Develop best-in-class HR programs, processes and solutions

Provide counsel and support to managers and employees on ongoing HR initiatives and projects

Ensure consistent, timely and accurate application and compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and internal policies and procedures

Collaborate with managers and supervisors to develop and implement processes and tools that foster higher productivity, quality, safety and improved retention of workforce

Analyze data, trends and metrics and drive positive actions to drive improvement

Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management; conduct various employee relations investigations as needed

Manage all local payroll and HRIS responsibilities as assigned

Assist with network-wide projects and initiatives as needed

Key Performance Indicators & Measures

Employee Retention/Turnover

Time to Hire

Employee Engagement

Training Compliance

Operational Cost

Qualifications

Experience & Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferred, in Business with a concentration in Human Resources or Communication

3-5 years of experience working in Human Resources within a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated past experience being a HR Partner to leaders

Ability to use HR data and analytics to diagnose trends and link to business performance outcomes

Strong change and project management skills

Experience of driving culture and engagement strategies & initiatives

Strong talent management experience; ability to assess talent gaps and orchestrate the actions needed to strengthen the talent bench

Have a good understanding of HR processes and process improvement methodology

Experience in working successfully with employees and stakeholders across all levels; strong influencing, supporting and challenging skills

Desired Personal Attributes

Results and people oriented, with sound judgement and the ability to balance multiple priorities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen effectively, respond appropriately across all levels of the organization

Data and measures driven

Leadership adaptability; ability to pivot between advocating, counseling, influencing and directing

Solutions focused mindset

Strategic focus coupled with a willingness to engage in day to day activities of the HR department

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,000-$120,000 + bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation, and sick days, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.

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Company Benefits

What You'll Get From Us

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.

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