Director of Human Resources

Elkhart, IN

Job ID 1882

# Positions 1

Job Description

Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Human Resources Director onsite at our corporate headquarters located in Elkhart, IN.

Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

This is an onsite position that directly supports and collaborates with our manufacturing operations leaders and teams with their robust knowledge of Operational efficiencies and strategies, HR best practices, legal requirements and strategic labor workforce planning.

This position promotes the company’s vision, mission, and commitment to safety through demonstrated actions and communications, and by implementing and managing human resources activities that include:

Strategic Leadership:

• Acts as the strategic partner and member of the leadership team in Manufacturing. Leading organizational capability initiatives by interpreting the business context and key stakeholder perspectives.

• Earns and builds trust within the organization as a credible, valued advisor through engaging leaders and team members in Mission focused conversations.

• Leads change in partnership with leadership team to drive business results within the company culture. Highly collaborative, serving as the leadership team’s change management process steward.

Operational Excellence:

• Develops, supports, and communicates policies and procedures to align with the company's expectations and responsibilities related to human resources and supports plant-level HR in compliance and employment regulations.

• Consults with and advises manufacturing operations, plant management, and site HR teams on human resources issues, attendance, disciplinary matters, training, company policies, and applicable laws, while actively monitoring and maintaining satisfactory labor relations to protect company interests and rights.

• Oversees workforce investigations related to employee complaints, injuries and suspected misconduct and communicates with management and legal counsel regarding human resources related litigation as needed.

• Gives guidance on recruitment activities for hourly and salaried positions

• Assists in designing and maintaining employee compensation and benefits programs and practices that are legally compliant, competitive, and effective for reaching the company's goals on hiring and retention.

• Ensures HR systems and records, including those related to personnel, compensation, and benefits are accurate and properly maintained.

• Maintains adherence to effective Workers' Compensation administration practices to assure the company provides timely and appropriate care and rehabilitation for work-related injuries and illnesses, while guarding

• Leads, supports, and implements salaried performance management process and merit-based pay increases.

• Develops, implements, and administers effective and efficient training programs to meet plant goals and employee development needs.

• Oversees the generation, maintenance, and retention of employment related records and data systems.

• Advises management on labor relations issues to maintain satisfactory relations between management and organized labor, while assuring maintenance of management rights and union avoidance where applicable. Participates in responding to grievances and arbitration requests and participates in contract negotiations.

• Ensures ongoing monitoring and compliance to human resources policies and procedures to meet organizational needs and comply with local, state, and federal laws.

• Travels as needed and performs other tasks and duties assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

10+ years related HR leadership experience, or an equivalent in combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws (FLSA, ADA/AA, NLRA, FMLA, ACA, etc.).
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Keen attention to detail; ability to deliver high quality, timely, and accurate work.
Knowledge and understanding of business, HR processes, and organizational processes.
Ability to drive timelines and coordinate across groups to deliver on a common goal.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Management, Organizational Leadership or a comparable discipline

PHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP certifications preferred, but not required.

We care for our people. Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

Dexter offers a competitive wage
Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
401(k) Plan with company contributions
Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

Dexter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. We do not provide sponsorship. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 (including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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