HR Manager Medical Device Mfg plant in NY

HR Manager
Near Utica NY

Global medical products company has an opening for a HR Manager at a plant in western NY about 20 miles outside of Utica, 1 hour from Syracuse and about 10 miles away from Colgate University. This plant has about 200 employees and the company offers excellent opportunities for career advancement.

The Human Resources Manager drives change in the areas of organization development, compensation, employee relations and training & development. The major function of the Human Resources Manager is to plan, interpret and administer policies relating to all phases of personnel activity to maintain fair and equitable policy administration to insure high plant morale. The position has responsibility to staff, train, organize and supervise the work of the H.R. Department. Maintain employee relations by advising and counseling managers, supervisors and employees; complaint procedure; overseeing employee benefits programs and medical case management; employee round table meetings; wellness program; and leading the activities committee in the planning of company events.

Requirements:
Education required: B.S. in Business Management/Human Resources.
Three to five years HR supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Extensive knowledge in human resource policies, procedures, guidelines, wage and salary administration, EEO, safety and environmental health, workers' compensation, unemployment and benefit plans, as well as federal, state and local regulations.
Communication & interpersonal skills to relate well with employees and external contacts. Strong organizational and writing skills.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Casual knowledge regarding manufacturing techniques and good manufacturing practices.

Interested candidates please send resume to: dwink@appleassoc.com