What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Leader position at AOC, LLC?
We are seeking a dedicated Human Resources Leader for our Indiana plant, responsible for delivering timely and accurate HR services in compliance with government regulations and AOC corporate policies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of labor relations, particularly in a unionized environment, as familiarity with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) is essential for success in this role.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Provide comprehensive HR support to both hourly and salaried employees, ensuring effective administration of all HR functions.
- Work closely with the Plant Manager to address all HR needs, while reporting directly to the Corporate HR Director with a dotted line to the Plant Manager.
- Take on additional duties as assigned by the Plant Manager to support plant operations.
**Program and Benefit Administration:**
- Oversee the administration of various programs and benefits, including:
- Health and dental plans
- Employee assistance programs
- 401(k) programs
- Workers compensation
- Disability benefits
- Service awards
- Educational reimbursement
- Plant charitable contribution fund
**HR Regulatory Requirements Compliance:**
- Ensure compliance with all HR-related regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EEO, ADA, FMLA, unemployment, and ISO standards.
- Stay informed on national and state legislative changes to maintain compliance.
**Support:**
- Provide ongoing support and guidance to corporate and plant management for the consistent implementation of employee programs and policies.
- Conduct annual hourly wage surveys for Valparaiso and complete assigned Corporate HR projects as needed.
- Assist with hiring and termination processes, ensuring consistent corrective action is enforced.
**Record Retention/Attendance:**
- Oversee the maintenance of training records in accordance with ISO instructions and ensure proper recordkeeping for all hourly employees.
- Manage attendance records and ensure timely and consistent administration of corrective action related to attendance.
Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of employment law, payroll, compensation, and benefits.
- Ability to work independently as a solo HR practitioner.
- Exceptional organization and follow-through.
- Experience with HRIS system a plus.
- Strong people skills and the ability to interact with a diverse workforce including all levels of leadership in the organization.
- Ability to make good sound judgment decisions even in the most difficult situations
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive wage based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Life insurance, 401K & more