Human Resources Manager

Company Description

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in over 100 countries with over 300 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,500 employees worldwide. With annual sales of 11.5+ billion dollars in 2022, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.

Job Description

Broad Function and Purpose of Position: 

Under the direction of the VP of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager is primarily concerned with providing strategic advice, guidance, and leadership across all aspects of Human Resources within assigned business units. This will include administration of policies, practices, and programs to support recruitment, employee relations, benefits, and compensation administration, performance management, training, HRIS systems, and safety.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage the implementation, interpretation and administration of established HR policies and programs; assist in keeping employees informed of HR policies; counsel with and coach employees and management of HR policies, performance, complaints, and other matters.
• Maintain accuracy and any updates to HRIS systems
• Play an active role in talent management and succession planning activities
• Manage Worker’s Compensation claim in partnership with WC carrier, including tracking, reporting and management communication.
• Develops, recommends and implements new and innovative approaches and policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the HR department and services performed
• Manage cost effective recruitment and selection activities to insure a pool of qualified candidates for every open position
• Manage salary administration programs including merit increases, promotions, budget forecasts, performance appraisals, etc.; maintain all related records.
• Manage and coordinate separations from employment
• Facilitate corporate training programs to support individual, management and functional development activities; monitor effectiveness of programs; may assist in developing in-house programs.
• Work with supervision/management on appropriate employee corrective action, documentation and terminations.
• Work with all departments on company culture initiatives, including internal communication, recognition and celebrations, succession planning and internal promotions.
• Stays current on all state, federal, and local employment related legislation and regulations as well as human resources industry trends.
• Knowledge of payroll (preferably ADP) and time keeping programs.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of Human Resource Management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have knowledge of State and Local Municipality labor laws, wage and hour guidelines, COBRA, ADA, FMLA, and other related Federal and State regulations.
• Candidate should be detail oriented and have exceptional multi-tasking, organization, prioritization, and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with little supervision, taking initiative to support business goals.
• Ability to hold confidential and sensitive information with the utmost integrity.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Strong knowledge of SuccessFactors platform or correlated HRIS system
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• PHR or SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP, certification a plus
• Experience with both union and non-union facilities is preferred.
• Up to 30% travel.

Additional Information

Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance available day one, 401k with 5% company match, bonuses, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and educational assistance.

Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.

Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

Community Involvement: Sika Corporation takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.

Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.