Workforce Development Coordinator Jobs in Erie, PA

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Manages the day-to-day operations of the facility's HR office. The HR Coordinator manages the administration of the HR policies, procedures and programs including facility safety. Originates and leads HR practices and objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Development of the Human Resources Department * Assists with the development and administration of programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company.

* Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.

* Participates in plant productions and leadership meetings. Attends other meetings and seminars as needed.

* Understands and helps maintain the annual plant budget.

* Assists with the carrying out of a company-wide process of organization development that addresses issues such as succession planning, superior workforce development, key employee retention, organization design, and change management.

* Assists with employee communication and feedback through such avenues as company meetings, suggestion programs, employee satisfaction surveys, newsletters, employee focus groups, one-on-one meetings, and Intranet use.

* Helps monitor the organization's culture so that it supports the attainment of the company's goals and promotes employee satisfaction.

* Assists with the company-wide committees including the wellness, training, environmental health and safety, activity, and culture and communications committees.

Human Resource Information Systems

* Maintains the Workday system for the plant. Prepares and analyzes reports that are necessary to carry out the functions of the department and company. Prepares periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested.

* Fully utilizes Workday to the company's advantage.

* Completes hourly payroll weekly for the plant.

* Maintains all vacation requests.

Training and Development

* Assists with the implementation of the performance management system that includes performance development plans (PDPs), employee development programs and safety programs.

* Assists with the establishment of an in-house employee training system that addresses company training needs including training needs assessment, new employee orientation or onboarding, management development, production cross-training, safety, the measurement of training impact, and training transfer.

* Assists managers with the selection and contracting of external training programs and consultants.

* Provides necessary education and materials to managers and employees including workshops, manuals, employee handbooks, and standardized reports.

* Maintains employee training records.

Employment

* Manages the recruitment process for hourly employees using the standard recruiting and hiring practices and procedures necessary to recruit and hire a superior workforce.

* Coordinates labor and recruiting planning meetings with plant management.

* Reviews resume for all candidates and coordinates interviews candidates with plant management.

* Maintains relationships with temporary agencies.

Employee Relations

* Assists with the development of Human Resources policies for the company

* Partners with management to communicate Human Resources/Safety policies, procedures, programs and laws.

* Recommends employee relations practices necessary to establish a positive employer-employee relationship and promote a high level of employee morale and motivation.

* Participates in the conduct of investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth.

* Advises managers and supervisors about the steps in the progressive discipline system of the company. Counsels' managers on employment issues.

* Assists with the implementation of company safety and health programs. Tracks and posts OSHA-required data and files reports.

Benefits

* Provides day-to-day benefits administration services. Assists employees with any claim issues.

* Develops and schedules benefits orientations and other benefits training.

* Administers disability and worker's compensation claims.

* Recommends changes in benefits offered, especially new benefits aimed at employee satisfaction and retention.

Law

* Complies with all existing governmental and labor legal and government reporting requirements including any related to the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Workers Compensation, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and so forth.

* Maintains minimal company exposure to lawsuits.

* Protects the interests of employees and the company in accordance with company Human Resources policies and governmental laws and regulations.

Safety

* Maintains the Corporate Safety Manual for the site. Ensures that site specific programs are written and maintained.

* Ensures all monthly safety training is completed and documented for all members of the staff.

* Maintains and completes all monthly safety statistics for the facility.

* Actively promotes and engages a culture of safety.

AUTHORITY LEVEL (if applicable): N/A

EDUCATION:

Required:High School Degree or GED

Preferred:Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business or equivalent. PHR Certification.

EXPERIENCE:

Required:3 years of HR experience

Preferred:5 plus years of HR leadership experience

SKILLS: Required

* General knowledge of employment laws and practices.

* Experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs and other Human Resources programs.

* Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment. Must include Excel and demonstrated skills in database management and record keeping.

* Effective oral and written communication.

* Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills.

* Evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality.

Excellent organizational skills.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER (Non-Canada)

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER - Canada
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan endeavors to provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties as long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the company's operations and does not pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Employment is always subject to the Silgan's rights as employer, including the right to end employment in accordance with Provincial Law.
Silgan is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to any ground protected under Provincial human rights laws.
Silgan is a drug-free workplace.