HR Manager
Kirker

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Purpose:

Formulate business partnership across HR functions to deliver value-added service to leadership team and employees that reflects the organization's goals and objectives. Manage the daily functions of HR Department in the following areas: recruitment, onboarding, payroll and benefits support, leave management, employee relations, performance management, HRIS maintenance and reporting, and developing and enforcing company HR policies and practices.

Essential functions and job responsibilities:

• Manage HR operations and programs including recruitment, total reward, benefits administration, leave management, employee relations, performance and talent management, employee engagement, and training and development.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Lead recruitment efforts including posting jobs, screening resumes, conducting interviews, initiating background checks and pre-employment qualifications. Work with Hiring Manager on talent acquisitions.
• Collaborate with department manager to understand skills and competencies required for the roles.
• Participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations and investigations.
• Spearhead employee engagement initiatives. Work with management team and associates to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Drive performance management initiatives. Prepare functional leaders for annual review process and facilitate regular check in meetings to ensure goal alignment.
• Act as a vital source of information, answer questions from employees regarding HR matters. Educate employees and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Act as a liaison in communications of benefits administration and leave management related inquiries.
• Demonstrate high level of integrity by careful management of confidential and sensitive information.
• Liaison between RPM corporate and Kirker to ensure HR and compliance related requirements are communicated and met.
• Support payroll/timekeeping process, supply information to centralized payroll team.
• Maintain and update HRIS and time attendance system as needed such as new hires, LOA and termination.
• Assist in gathering standardized information and the preparation and distribution of reports such as Headcount, benefits enrolment, disability update and other ad hoc reports as requested.
• Responsible for following records retention guidelines and security of confidential information.

Requirements and Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum five-year experiences in Human Resources with HR Generalist background.
• Human Resources Professional Certification preferred.
• Experience in supporting manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong planning and problem-solving skills.
• Basic business acumen, ability to partner with business leaders.
• Thorough knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or ability to quickly learn HRIS and Talent Management System.

ABOUT US

Kirker is a custom manufacturer of nail lacquer and nail care treatment products since the 1940's that has evolved into a full turnkey operation. We are proud to offer our services in filling and packaging from free standing stock to beautifully designed packaging options and displays. With manufacturing operations in the United States and Europe, we offer the right option to fit each customer's individual requirements. Kirker offers a full range of services from product development, R&D, production, and quality control, to filling and pack off. Our cutting-edge expertise, custom formulations, and first-class service have affirmed our leadership position within the industry.

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