Job Summary

Avanti is seeking a Full-Time HR Manager for our manufacturing plant in Clarksville, TN. Avanti specializes in nonwoven materials for performance in medical, hygiene, industrial and agricultural products.

Your role as an HR Manager will be far from one-dimensional. You’ll undertake a wide range of HR tasks, like organizing trainings, processing bi-weekly payroll, administering employee benefits and leaves and crafting HR policies. You will use Human Resources Information Systems to ensure all employee records are up-to-date and confidential. And you’ll also act as the main point of contact for employees’ queries on HR-related topics.

The goal is to ensure the HR department’s operations run smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the organization as a whole.

Main Responsibilities

• Supervise 1 employee on the HR team
• Administer compensation and benefit plans
• Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness; maintain accurate records
• Oversee and assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes
• Manage employee onboarding and help organize training & development initiatives
• Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves and compensation and resolve any issues that may arise
• Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace
• Develop and implement human resource policies
• Undertake tasks around performance management
• Gather and analyze data with useful HR metrics, like time to fill and employee turnover rates
• Organize quarterly and annual employee performance reviews
• Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form
• Enhance job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, applying new perks and benefits and organizing team building activities
• Ensure compliance with labor regulations
• Prepare weekly, quarterly, and yearly reports
• Other duties, as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Human Resources required
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience as an HR Generalist, with proven record of progression and success
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or other relevant HR certification a plus
• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures
• Good knowledge of employment/labor laws (e.g. ADA, FMLA, FLSA, COBRA, ERISA)
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office; knowledge of HRIS systems (e.g. BambooHR, ADP) a plus
• Knowledge of Worker’s Compensation
• Excellent communication and people skills
• Aptitude in problem-solving and strong attention to detail
• Desire to work as a team with a results-driven approach

Benefits

All Full-Time employees are eligible to enroll in a variety of benefits after completion of a waiting period, including medical plan options, dental, vision, and other voluntary coverages, like short term disability, accident insurance, critical illness coverage, and more!

Employees can also participate in a 401k Plan with Employer Match and our Paid Time Off plan. A basic life/AD&D insurance plan is provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage!

Schedule Requirements

• Hours: Full-time, typically 40-45 hours per week. Some weeks may require more hours, e.g. open enrollment, performance review cycles
• Location: On-site in Clarksville, TN

Physical Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Be able to communicate effectively with others, both verbal and written
• Be able to type and use a computer and other office equipment, such as a copier, printer, phone, or calculator
• Must be able to work alone and around others
• Occasional presence may be required in warehouse/production areas, which are not climate-controlled; ability to work in uncontrolled climates is required

Offers for employment will be contingent on successful completion of pre-employment screening, including a background check, drug screen, and employment/education verification.