Director of Human Resources

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Human Resources will provide leadership to the human resources department by facilitating and participating in setting the company’s overall strategic direction, managing and supporting the assessment of organizational needs, overseeing the design, implementation and evaluation of programs that facilitate the professional development and continuous learning of employees, managing and supporting the assessment of organizational needs, along with leading human resource activities: mitigating risk, ensuring fair and consistent treatment of all employees, working to provide a safe and comfortable work environment, promoting and growing our culture. This position is responsible for the development and administration of human resources, training, environmental, health and safety, and spiritual care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished.

Leadership

- Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at Alexandria Industries; promote and support a safe work environment and safety-oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines

- Exhibit active servant leadership in order to model and support the company’s values and vision

- Support and foster a working environment that enables employees to be creative, innovative, and challenged

- Conduct and attend meetings to continuously foster positive working relationships among employees, while promoting company culture, values, productivity and efficiency

- Develop teams in the areas of personal and technical growth which gives Alexandria Industries a more secure future and will result in future leaders

- Ensure that each department is appropriately staffed in order to meet production needs and offer strong customer service

- Be a culture warrior for Alexandria Industries with a passion for making our company an employer of choice.

- Building connections with people at all levels of the organization to build a strong culture, communicate effectively with diverse audiences, and manage organizational change.

- Serve as a leader for the organization as a role model for company values.

Strategic Planning

- Assist in performing all tasks necessary to achieve the organization's vision and help execute staff succession and growth plans

- Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives

- Monitor, direct and provide support to the implementation of strategic business plans

- Develop performance measures that support the company's strategic direction

- Encourage and support all continuous improvement initiatives in order for Alexandria Industries to be the employer of choice

- Responsible for creating, maintaining and being accountable to an annual expense budget

Organizational Development

- Respond to emergency situations during and after standard hours to resolve issues that may arise

- Develop and implement department goals and initiatives that align with the services, purpose and values of the organization

- Develop and implement strategic business objectives.

- Provide guidance and leadership for the development and delivery of innovative improvement courses for all employees of Alexandria Industries that will build and grow their talents. Responsible for guiding and leading the training coordinator in researching, identifying and choosing the proper vehicle, programs and tools to develop timely and effective training programs.

- Oversee the spiritual care given to Alexandria Industries employees and their families

- Develop and build programs supporting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion into corporate strategies and daily practices that serve to advance positive and inclusive experiences for our employees.

- Provide guidance and support to the overall function of Human Resources within I.; recruiting, organizational planning and development, performance management and improvement programs, employment law and compliance, policy development and documentation, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, charitable giving and employee services and counseling

- Strong understanding of, as well as continued education of employment law to stay relevant and current on employment law changes for those states where Alexandria Industries operates currently (MN and IN).

Customer Focus

- Develop and maintain strong customer relationships (internal and external)

- Work to continuously improve quality standards to provide service that exceeds customer expectations

- Maintain and improve human resources information systems to best support employees

OTHER JOB DUTIES (Not considered essential to the job)

- Perform all other related assignments (including special projects) as required in a professional and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- Education:

- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Human Resources or related program required

- HR Certification preferred (SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, PHR, SPHR, APHR, AIHR,)

- Experience:

- 10+ years of progressive human resources experience - 5+ years of human resource leadership experience

- Experience working for a manufacturing company preferred

- Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with others

- Excellent listening skills

- Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

- Must be a highly organized and self-motivated individual able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

- Willingness and ability to develop a working knowledge of Alexandria Industries’ business and facilities in support of the Company goals and initiatives

- Ability to support business units with numerous high priorities in multiple locations

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Credible, with strong business acumen and high-level analysis skills

- Strong team focus with the ability to work effectively in a professional and team environment

- Ability to provide strong servant leadership to support team members

- Ability to take part in continuous education and training

- Ability to interact at a high level with all levels of the organization

- Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in every situation

- Ability to recognize safety concerns

- Ability to use logic and reason to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions

- Work flexible hours and be on-call

- Excellent project management skills

- Ability to lead and influence others

- Self-directed, able to take initiative and exercise independent judgment

- Mature judgment and ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information with professionalism

- Ability to understand and utilize HR metrics to track and improve on key processes

- Knowledge of federal, state, local labor and employment laws

- Ability to travel as required (15%)

EQUIPMENT USED

- Office equipment (computer, phone, printer, scanner, copier and fax machine)

Salary: $130,000-$160,000

BENEFITS

- A.I. Family Health & Wellness Clinic - Free to all employees

- Group Health Insurance

- Dental Insurance

- Vision Insurance

- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

- 401(k) Company Match

- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Basic Life Insurance

- Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance

- Voluntary Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness Insurance

- Paid Holidays

- Paid Time Off (PTO)

- Paid Volunteer Hours (8hrs. per year)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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