Human Resource Manager

Summary

Celestica is hiring for an on-site HR Leader for our Maple Grove, MN manufacturing site. This role is accountable for projects/programs at the site and may participate in multi-functional, national or regional projects in addition. Work requires developing solutions, precedents, /or policies. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and sets goals to achieve objectives. Supports site / department budget goals.

Builds cross-functional relationships where persuasive skills, negotiation skills, considerable tact are required to gain support. Interacts regularly with site senior management on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions /or customers. Maintains positive relationships with key customers, suppliers, etc., who have a significant impact on the success of the organization.

• Partners with the Site General Manager and their staff to develop & implementation strategic HR initiatives such as workforce planning, resource management, employee relations, performance management, skills management, programs & policies, and leadership development.
• Provides advice, counsel, direction & training to the management team & managers on any business issue that has employee or organizational impact on company personnel practices, procedures, & initiatives.
• Collaborates with recruiting team/Talent Acquisition to support hiring requirements.
• Implements & directs staffing strategies which ensure attracting & retaining high caliber talent both internally and externally to the site.
• Ensures consistent application of policies/procedures for recruiting, rewarding, retaining, recognizing & developing people within a site.
• Provides employee relations consultation services to site leadership team & employees.
• Develops, recommends, implements & maintains performance management programs & ensures consistent & timely application.
• Provides coaching & makes recommendations to managers/supervisors for performance development & corrective action.
• Conducts internal investigations of acts of employee misconduct including interviewing, gathering evidence, consulting legal council, making recommendations & documenting findings.
• Represents site in charges of violating regulation or law.
• Provides performance program reporting.
• Partners with site senior management team to implement organizational change interventions-e.g. restructuring, reengineering, automating.
• Conducts ongoing skill competencies, knowledge/talent needs assessment.
• Develops or obtains specific training programs designed to meet the site's needs.
• Manages the rollout of Corporate HR Programs at the site level.
• Ensures compliance to corporate policies, governmental regulations & local laws.
• Keeps abreast of legislative decisions, changes in employment laws & regulations to limit legal exposure & liability. As a federal contractor, manages EEOC compliance for the site.

• 7-10 years of HR experience & 3-5 years as a site HR Manager / Business Partner preferably in an EMS / Contract Manufacturing organization. Aerospace & Defense industry experience a significant asset.
• Bachelor's degree in related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• ITAR clearance required.
• In-depth knowledge of government regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of employment & labor laws and EEOC compliance.
• Strong organizational development, leadership development, facilitation, internal consulting skills.
• Extensive experience partnering with recruitment/Talent Acquisition teams both onsite and offsite
• Customer Satisfaction initiatives.
• Extensive knowledge of World Class Manufacturing processes and Six Sigma strategies.
• Strong Project Management skills. M&A / Change Management background ideal.
• Experience with HRIS systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of internal customers.
• Ability to evaluate multiple highly detailed tasks, determine priorities and organize work in a manner that allows for timely completion of projects.
• Ability to manage sensitive employee information in a confidential manner.
• Knowledge of computer applications and the ability to accurately perform tasks in some or all of the following applications:
  Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, and Smartsheets.
• Ability to effectively organize and motivate team members with a diverse group of skill sets.

• Duties of this position are generally performed in good working conditions.
• Occasional exposure to elements such as noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, etc.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Occasional travel may be required.

The stated range includes Base Salary compensation only. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in addition to this range.

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