HR Representative

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.

Summary

The Human Resources (HR) Representative partners with the Human Resource Manager to develop employee capabilities and improve performance of business operations within the Prattville Plant. This will include the facilitation and implementation of key HR strategies and specific initiatives to recruit, retain and develop the workforce in our Prattville, AL Manufacturing Plant. In addition, the HR Representative will help develop and implement process improvements in the HR department, assist with day-to-day operations, and perform various administrative duties. The incumbent will showcase his/her communication, employee relations expertise and organizational skills to ensure our internal clients are provided assistance, support and customer service in line with the Business strategies and Company’s missions and values.

What You’ll Do:

• Executes on HR administrative duties such as payroll, legal compliance and application of FMLA, ADA, salary administration, benefits, workers compensation, and safety
• Participates and leads the hourly recruiting and staffing workforce strategy and execution
• Partners with functional areas within the plant to ensure integrity of the employee relations process
• Participates in various company-wide workforce and Human Resources initiatives addressing areas of employee development and training programs.
• Execute training programs for our teams, in the form of scheduling attendees, organizing training material, compiling, processing, and recording training assessment and evaluation forms.
• Schedule, facilitate and conduct New Hire Orientation to ensure that all new employees are adequately introduced and informed of all pertinent Company information, policies, procedures, and guidelines, and then accurately processing all completed paperwork, as required.
• Assist in providing guidance and direction in use of various development tools, approaches and methods to ensure effectiveness of programs.
• Track development progress to assist in employee development, High-Potential programs, succession planning and promotions.
• Assumes responsibility for the administration of employee retention and recognition programs.
• Assist the HR Manager to implement effective retention strategies, including recognition, employee surveys and performance management systems.
• Seek out and presents alternatives to enhance engagement and employee communications
• Drive step change to improve communications and morale.
• Conduct focus group sessions to gain feedback on employee engagement.
• Effectively identify areas of improvement and ensure action items are addressed and completed.
• Assumes responsibility for establishing and maintaining effective communication, coordination, and working relations with Human Resources teams, site personnel and department leaders.
• Assumes responsibility for effectively recording, maintaining, and reporting employee data and human resources information.
• Ensure that human resources files and employment records are accurate, organized, and up to date, as well as filed and maintained in accordance with legal requirements, Company policies & procedures.
• Update various reports, logs and employee database information for HR or client group organization development records.
• Assumes responsibility for HR related duties as required or assigned.
• Communicate HR and company policies and programs to site employees as needed.
• Provide superior employee administrative support by responding to employment-related inquiries, coordinating with related department, other HR teams and client groups, as required, ensuring that all inquiries are quickly addressed and in a timely manner.
  
  

What You’ll Bring:

• Demonstrated ability to implement development and training programs within a manufacturing environment, with multiple stake holders and site locations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state employment law and equal employment guidelines and policies including the principles and practices of staffing administration including methods and techniques used in recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, and training.
• Knowledge of core capabilities/competencies approach to staffing and meeting a large organization’s business needs.
• Knowledge of and ability to learn various innovative sourcing and prescreening activities and related assessment tools.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the practices and principles of human resources including FMLA, ADA, worker’s compensation, safety administration, benefits, employee relations, and providing consultative services to various client groups.
• Demonstrated advanced skills with the standard features of various personal computer word processing and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Internet, and other proprietary software).
• Demonstrated high level of accuracy in work with a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively take action to solve problems while exhibiting sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service to wide range of client groups and employees.
• Ability to work effectively with site and corporate HR teams, as well as all levels of employees and management.
• Strong communication skills, and the ability to develop and guide processes through to closure.
• Strong results orientation and a history of driving positive change with measurable results.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work effectively under pressure and deal with multiple priorities.
• Ability to learn various processes and policies quickly to effectively perform tasks and provide support as needed.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential material and information in an ethical, professional manner.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field
• 3-5 or more years of generalist HR experience with exposure to employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits administration, training and development, and recruitment.
• Experience working in a heavy manufacturing environment
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint
  
  

What You’ll Receive:

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this position is $90,000 to $105,000. Placement in the range depends on several factors such as experience, skills, geography and internal equity and may change over time. This position qualifies for benefits and you will be eligible to participate in a bonus plan.

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We've worked hard to build a generous and competitive benefits program that demonstrates our commitment to our employees.

• Compensation: competitive salary and bonus eligibility
• Insurance: day-one health coverage medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• Paid Time Off: vacation and company holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) with 6% match
• Investments: Employee Stock Purchase plan (ESP)
• Work-Life Balance: parental leave, wellness programs
• Purpose. Impact. Community: Sustainability Initiatives | James Hardie
  

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.