The Shyft Group Looking for Human Resources Manager at Bristol, Indiana Full Time

Summary
As the Human Resources Manager for our DuraMag® division based in Waterville, ME, you will play a crucial role in driving HR functional excellence and supporting The Shyft Group’s strategy.
As an innovative leader with a focus on people, you will maximize organizational capabilities, create a high-performing culture, and cultivate a motivated work environment of trust, teamwork, accountability, self-confidence, and business ownership. Learn more about The Shyft Group by checking the hyperlinks below.
Check out the hyperlinks below to learn more:

• Our Story
• Magnum® Headache Racks & Truck Racks
• About DuraMag®
• About Waterville, Maine (Official Site)
• Waterville, ME on TripAdvisor
• About Waterville – (url removed)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Partnering with company HR team members to drive core HR process excellence across the organization
• Overseeing talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, rewards and recognition, employee engagement, employee and leadership development, succession planning, and employee communications
• Defining and executing workforce planning to ensure appropriate staffing levels with leaders
• Managing the talent acquisition processes for all positions
• Supporting annual goal setting of performance metrics and cascading with HR colleagues HR team members
• Monitoring performance, assessment, and reward processes
• Partnering with leaders to track metrics and upgrading the skills and capabilities of employees through identification, development, and retention of talent
• Ensuring consistency of performance ratings, calibration reviews, and addressing performance concerns
• Driving employee development initiatives with leaders and HR team members by identifying and implementing tools and programs
• Driving talent review and management processes including succession planning for key leadership roles
• Ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and employment laws including an Affirmative Action Plan
• Conducting investigations and advising leaders in the appropriate resolution of employee-related issues
• Managing and interpreting policies and practices within the facilities and ensuring fair and consistent interpretation and application
• Developing and implementing employee communication programs to gain alignment and generate engagement around business objectives with leaders
• Providing leadership and focus on people implications of organizational change
• Focusing on process improvements with HR team members
• Tracking and reporting HR metrics at locations and at the corporate level
• Modeling and promoting the company Values and Code of Business Ethics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6+ years of functional Human Resources experience
• 3+ years of management experience
• A track record of leadership based on inspiring others to action
• Expertise in team building, facilitation, collaborative relationship building, and drives employee engagement
• History of coaching and counseling employees and leaders regarding work-related challenges such as motivation, performance improvement, and development
• Ability to effectively resolve conflict
• Capable of conceptualizing big-picture strategies and translating them into actionable plans that deliver results
• Exceptional project management experience, strong organizational skills, and demonstrated ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, HR systems, ancillary HR tools, and performance management software

What Makes You Stand Out

• Master’s degree and PHR, SPHR certifications
• HR experience in a manufacturing environment
• Self-directed and acts, and anticipates the needs of internal and external customers
• Use of creativity to seek quality solutions and process improvements
• A history of exercising sound judgment in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive information
• A track record of making decisions that reinforce business plans
• Experience serving as a change agent and ability to function well in a highly matrixed environment
• A flexible and adaptive style that accommodates quickly changing business needs and priorities

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

About The Shyft Group

The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) is North America’s leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets.

The Shyft Group and our brands are as driven as our associates. Every person behind our badge is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Across eight go-to-market brands, in ten states and two countries, we have over 3,000 dedicated employees working as one to lead with innovation, ingenuity, and a dedication to quality craftsmanship.

The Shyft Group rebranded in 2020 to reflect a new focus on high-growth end markets to help ensure long-term profitable growth. Our name and renewed focus reflect the action, speed, and agility we offer the commercial vehicle industry through our growing roster of brands – Blue Arc™, Utilimaster®, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, and Builtmore.