Senior HR Manager

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Description

Bigelow Tea is the number one specialty tea company in the United States. We are a family-owned and operated business and a Certified B Corporation. Being a certified B Corp officially recognizes a commitment that has been part of the company’s DNA since it was founded 80 years ago. Our purpose has always been about much more than making profits. We are committed to good citizenship, ethical business practices, accountability, transparency, protecting the environment, sustainability and supporting our communities. We pride ourselves in caring about each and every one of our employees. We have a long-term outlook and are constantly working to create an environment that inspires people to make positive contributions every day. Bigelow is currently looking for a select, talented individual, that shares our values, to join our growing team.

SUMMARY: The Senior HR Manager - Manufacturing will report to the VP of HR and will be responsible for overseeing the Human Resources department and leading all Safety initiatives for the Fairfield Plant. The Senior HR & Safety Manager will also be a resource for all plants with regards to HR and safety. This includes but is not limited to hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Job Description

Strategic Thinking and Goal Development

• Partners with the manufacturing team to understand and execute the organization’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Provides support and guidance to staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.
• Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Works closely with VP of HR on all HR/safety related matters.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Monitor and enforce the Bigelow Safety and Health policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises the Human Resources Safety Manager in the Plant.
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff in conjunction with managers and supervisors in the Plant.
• Leads and manages all safety initiatives.
• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
  
  

Employee Engagement

• Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent.
• Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
  
  

TEAM ALIGNMENT AND DEVELOPMENT

• Manages the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants.
  
  

Leadership Skills Required

• Strategic, visionary.
• Excellent Communication and Collaboration skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
  
  

Skills Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.
• Proficiency in Spanish is a plus.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
  
  

DIRECT REPORTING POSITIONS

• Human Resources Safety Manager
  
  

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of five years of human resource management experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in food/beverage industry or consumer products.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly desired.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• 5% (Domestic)
  
  

Bigelow Tea is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Bigelow Tea does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.