Allen Distribution · 2 months ago
Human Resources Manager
Independence, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $110K/yrAllen Distribution is a company that values customer service and ethical business practices. They are seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead the HR department's functions, including hiring, benefits administration, and compliance with employment laws.
LogisticsTransportation
Responsibilities
Oversee full life cycle of both exempt and hourly level positions
Maintain Open Positions Report for region and partner with Distribution Directors on talent acquisition initiatives
Partner with VP of HR to implement processes to support company wide recruiting initiatives
Organize and facilitate initial forklift assessment
Assist with the conversion of temporary agency employees to company hires
Prescreen candidates for positions in region. Schedule in person interviews with managers
Assist employees with benefit enrollment process, i.e. new hire, family status change, etc
Respond to all benefit questions/inquires within 24 hours and follow up to ensure satisfaction
Maintain Onboarding tasks in UKG for region
Prepare New Hire Orientation Packets
Implement Week One Training
Present New Employee Orientation to new hires on Day 1 of employment
Facilitate and/or execute follow up with new hires at 24 hours, at the two-week mark, at the end of 30 days, at the end of 60 days, and at the end of 90 days
Ensure completion of e-Verify and all state and federal requirements of newly hired employees
Partner with members of executive leadership to understand and execute the organization’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning
Provide support and guidance to HR Generalists, management and staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations
Partner with Recruiting Manager to manage the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with distribution center leaders to understand skills and competencies required for openings
Partners with VP of Human Resources in analyzing trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent
Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees
Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations and investigations
Manage Performance Process with all exempt level and hourly employees which includes, 45 and 90 day reviews, annual reviews, and merit reviews
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment laws
Qualification
Required
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Previous HR Generalist experience or education in HR field
Knowledge of employment laws and compliance issues
Ability to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously
Company
Allen Distribution
Allen Distribution is a logistics company that offers warehousing and transportation services.
Founded in 1988
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Heishman
Chief Executive Officer
Dennis Trautman
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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