Who we are

For more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.

Through our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we're leading the charge to a carbon-negative future-reducing, reusing, recycling and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.

Our differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology, facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to solve their most pressing environmental challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.

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Our values

Diversity, inclusivity, engagement-these are the values that help us foster a strong sense of community within Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides opportunities for growth.

About the role

Reporting to the Midwest Regional Sr. HR Manager, the multi-site HR Manager will have HR responsibility for our operations in the Midwest Region including; Dalton, IL, Hodgkins, IL, Gary, IN, Portage, IN, and Kenosha, WI. Partnering with Facility Managers at all locations, this role will coach and lead the business on employee relations, performance management, succession planning, org design, staffing, talent development, and compensation.

Responsibilities

• Coach facility managers on employee relations through the consistent and equitable application of company policies and procedures; conduct investigations and work with legal as needed.
• Drive recruitment efforts within the assigned facilities; partner with facility managers to assess workforce planning needs. Partner with regional Talent Acquisition on recruitment strategies for open and future roles and provide support and guidance in the recruitment process. Build effective partnerships with local communities, universities, and vocational schools to help source talent for open roles with a focus on improving diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Guide managers in the areas of compensation, compliance, talent development, succession planning, performance management, retention strategies, and general HR practices.
• Deliver corporate HR initiatives and programs effectively throughout your sites, developing effective change management strategies locally to drive adoption.
• Proactively engage with the Midwest Region HR team to problem solve, best practice share, and drive region-wide improvement opportunities with a lean mindset.
• Create an environment of positive employee relations; balance business needs with employee needs, establish trust and credibility with employees and leaders, be seen as trusted resource who delivers on actions.

Requirements

• 5 years of relevant HR business partner/generalist experience; experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field. Masters degree preferred.
• A self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision and to independently prioritize workload effectively.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office and HRIS systems; workday experience a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Strong knowledge of employment/labor law and progressive HR practices
• Knowledge of Lean Principles a plus

Our DEI Commitment

Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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