Human Resources Manager in Tacoma, Washington at Frontier Door & Cabinet

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level while maintaining a productive, compliant, and positive workplace environment within the organization. The position is responsible to partner with the VP of Human Resources and leadership and oversee all aspects of human resources practices and processes ensuring alignment with company goals, legal compliance and requirements. Manage employee relations issues, investigations and conflict resolution, the role ensures that employee performance and conduct meet organizational goals. Supervises and oversees the daily workflow of the human resources staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to implement HR and talent strategies, including workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and succession planning.
• Manage full-cycle talent acquisition, including ATS compliance, recruiting, interviewing, and hiring; collaborating with department leaders to define role requirements.
• Provide guidance to managers and HR staff on complex and sensitive employee relations matters; directly handle investigations, accommodations, and terminations as needed.
• Oversee employee relations processes, including disciplinary actions, performance management, and workplace investigations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws; maintain and update policies and practices to reflect regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Administer and maintain HRIS, including reporting, data analysis, and recordkeeping.
• Lead performance management processes, including evaluations, goal setting, and employee development planning.
• Support the development and execution of compensation, training, and development programs in partnership with the VP of HR.
• Assist with annual benefits renewal and lead Open Enrollment; oversee ongoing benefits administration.
• Conduct internal and external investigations, including responses to agency complaints (e.g., EEOC).
• Partner with the Safety team to support OSHA compliance and workplace safety initiatives.

• May perform other related duties as required to meet ongoing business needs or additional duties may be assigned for employee’s growth and development.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

• Minimum 7-10 years’ experience working in an HR Generalist role supporting a business unit with some supervisory duties. Prefer previous management experience.
• Degree in Human Resources, Business or related field or PHR / SPHR credentials is a plus.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to provide management with proactive ideas on creating and maintaining a positive employee relations climate.
• Able to build collaborative partnerships with all levels of the organization.
• HR Generalist acumen.
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence are essential.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proactive, motivated, and ability to resolve issues or escalate issues appropriately.
• Care and passion for customer and company satisfaction.
• Professional communication and demeanor always.
• Honesty and integrity, exercise good judgment.
• Strong attendance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint and HRIS / Payroll systems.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, particularly reading that may be very fine print.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move > 30 lbs.
• Sitting 6-8 hours per day. There is the option to stand while working.
• Daily walking to visit manufacturing plant environment.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT: All established safety rules must be followed, and equipment used where required.