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Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.
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Reporting to the NA Digital Solutions HR Operations Director, the Human Resource Manager is both a strategic and hands-on role that provides full cycle Human Resources support to our Lawrenceburg, KY plant. This role is critical in executing our people initiatives, providing great internal customer support, driving HR functional excellence and process improvement. This position will be responsible for managing and overseeing all HR related activities at the facility and providing HR guidance to Operations leadership at the plant.
The Human Resource Manager guides effective and efficient implementation of HR best practices including employee relations, regulatory compliance, performance management, talent management, staffing, succession planning, communications, policies, payroll, compensation, and benefit administration. The Human Resource Manager partners with plant leadership to deliver a high-performance culture, promoting ownership, goal attainment, associate leadership and continuous learning and improvement at all levels of the facility.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and performing of the Recruiting/Placement activities for assigned functional areas including developing/coordinating interview schedules, staffing advertisement development/placement, discussions/coordination with Employment Agencies and other related actions to attract qualified applicants at all employee levels.
• Monitor the "pulse" of the employees to ensure a high level of employee engagement with a true hands-on approach.
• Partners with the Plant Manager and local management staff to develop and implement programs, processes, or actions to drive employee engagement and retention.
• Facilitate, inspire, lead and work with the leadership team to develop, support and evaluate programs, processes and policies that ensure our Behavior & Values is embraced and lived by all associates.
• Partner and ensure the organizational structure support the strategic objectives of the business and facility.
• Track and report on HR metrics as required.
• Responsible for delivering facility communications that includes formal meetings, informal small group meetings, focus groups, surveys and related activities that drive engagement activities throughout the organization.
• Demonstrate change leadership by understanding the desired outcomes, effectively involving, managing, and communicating with those impacted by change and mitigating the barriers to change.
• Define and build the organization's capabilities by identifying the talent needs of the business and assist managers with development of the next generation leaders while challenging and elevating performance of solid associates within the organization. Determine best practices to support organizational direction.
• Responsible for monitoring appropriate wage/salary administration elements throughout assigned functions to ensure the attraction, retention and motivation of qualified employees and to ensure compliance with relevant Prysmian policies.
• Serve as a credible and trustworthy advocate representing the needs of all facility employees and ensure/measure alignment around business results.
• Formally assess employee engagement and culture, and design strategy to close gaps to the desired state.
• Innovate and integrate HR practices around critical business needs, minimizing disruption to the manufacturing environment.
• Ensure application of corporate and local human resource procedures, practices, and initiatives in compliance with all laws and regulations.
• Responsible for the facilitation of the selection/hiring/orientation/onboarding process.
• Manage plant leave of absence process, including FMLA, STD, LTD and personal leave.
• Drive and be responsible for the yearly Labor cost planning and monthly follow up for the plant in cooperation with the global Business Unit and regional functions.
• Be the local reference person for plant senior workforce compensation and international mobility

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; PHR/SPHR certification preferred.
• Proven success in employee relations, talent development, and organizational effectiveness.
• Experience with HRIS systems, data analysis, and reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws and HR compliance.

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Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.
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