Watco · 6 hours ago
People Services Manager (HR)
Watco is a company that keeps the world’s supply chain moving through its network of railroads and logistics hubs. The People Services Manager role is focused on supporting hiring, training, employee relations, and policy compliance while fostering a positive company culture. This position requires strong communication skills and a commitment to consistent HR practices and leadership development.
Responsibilities
Maintain basic understanding of employment laws and rules that apply to all support areas
Work with managers to identify specific hiring needs of each location and assist with job postings, screening, and interview scheduling as needed
Provide training for managers in the areas of interviewing, performance management, sexual harassment, leadership, hiring, terminations and promotions
Administer or support the administration of benefits programs
Support the handling of administrative and employment claims impacting the areas s/he supports
Conduct workplace investigations for claims of policy violation, harassment, discrimination, unfair treatment and termination appeals
Provide support and advice to managers in the appropriate resolution to team member relations issues
Provide guidance and support in employment claims and discipline matters, including policy guidance, procedural handling, investigations, discipline meetings and document creation
Support team member training and development activities, including team member development, career pathing, individualized training programs, and development/improvement plans
Provide guidance and support in discipline matters, including policy guidance, procedural handling, investigations, discipline meetings and document creation
Complete 60 day stay interviews – conduct calls and input information on tracking sheet
Must be able to travel 40-50% of the time, or as required, to deliver training and respond to employment issues as they arise throughout their respective area
Participate in leadership and safety calls
Ensure managers participate in Watco U leadership trainings
Maintain a tracking system with timelines for Team Members who are out on leave
Generate appropriate leave notification letters in a timely manner
Communicate regularly with the Leave Team, location manager, and your director on leave statuses
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Maintain basic understanding of employment laws and rules that apply to all support areas
Work with managers to identify specific hiring needs of each location and assist with job postings, screening, and interview scheduling as needed
Provide training for managers in the areas of interviewing, performance management, sexual harassment, leadership, hiring, terminations and promotions
Administer or support the administration of benefits programs
Support the handling of administrative and employment claims impacting the areas s/he supports
Conduct workplace investigations for claims of policy violation, harassment, discrimination, unfair treatment and termination appeals
Provide support and advice to managers in the appropriate resolution to team member relations issues
Provide guidance and support in employment claims and discipline matters, including policy guidance, procedural handling, investigations, discipline meetings and document creation
Support team member training and development activities, including team member development, career pathing, individualized training programs, and development/improvement plans
Provide guidance and support in discipline matters, including policy guidance, procedural handling, investigations, discipline meetings and document creation
Complete 60 day stay interviews – conduct calls and input information on tracking sheet
Must be able to travel 40-50% of the time, or as required, to deliver training and respond to employment issues as they arise throughout their respective area
Participate in leadership and safety calls
Ensure managers participate in Watco U leadership trainings
Maintain a tracking system with timelines for Team Members who are out on leave
Generate appropriate leave notification letters in a timely manner
Communicate regularly with the Leave Team, location manager, and your director on leave statuses
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits
Leadership and development programs offered through Watco University
Career advancement opportunities
Company
Watco
Watco is a full-service supply chain solutions provider specializing in rail, transloading, and logistics.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.57BKey Investors
Duration Capital Partners
2025-09-03Debt Financing· $250M
2025-06-17Private Equity· $600M
2024-07-10Debt Financing· $700M
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