Plant HR Manager at Clarios, LLC in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Job Description:

What you will do 

The Plant HR Manager serves as a business partner to the site leadership team by developing and delivering integrated and inclusive HR services. Under general direction and within Corporate policy and procedure, administers the human resources activities for the plant to achieve the plant objectives through effective and efficient human resources management.  Plans, develops, and implements necessary procedures and directs the people strategy of the plant. Counsel, advise and make recommendations where appropriate to assist plant leadership in carrying out assigned duties to reduce risk.

How you will do it

• Manages and executes HR processes, including talent engagement and development, managerial training and coaching, performance management, employee relations & case management, FMLA and return-to-work procedures, merit/salary planning, with a special skill set for metrics, KPIs, and planning.


• Understands labor agreement administration, interpretation, enforcement, grievance procedures. May be co-negotiator in labor negotiations. Leads change initiatives through excellent motivational and consultation skills for hourly (80%) and salaried (20%) plant employees.  


• Advises and counsels plant leadership, managers, and supervisors on a variety of topics to build up & sustain employee engagement, team development, and organizational effectiveness. 


• Nurtures, mentors, and leads the existing HR team - an HR Generalist and HR Coordinator.


• Works side-by-side with our corporate RPO vendor to ensure recruiting success through great planning, candidate experience, interviewing decisions, and orientation and early acclimation of our newest hires.

What  we look for

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field w/ at least six years’ experience as a human resources generalist or manager, specifically in a manufacturing environment 


• Labor Relations experience and / or exposure to grievances, arbitration and negotiations is required - with a keen willingness to learn and build relationships with our union quickly.


• Flexible hours are necessary so at least one person from the HR team can be present M-F from 6:30am until 5:30pm (to make sure someone is present for each shift).


• SPHR or PHR certification preferred - absolute expertise and credibility in HR topics is required.


• Someone who can handle the constant interruptions of a typical day with grace without losing momentum and focus on the important bigger picture strategies and projects.

Who we are

Our Fort Wayne, Indiana distribution center charges, packages and ships the batteries used in cars, boats, motorcycles, and heavy-duty trucks. We opened in 1999 and now employ 130 people and operate six days per week. We are actively involved in our local community and give back through The United Way.  

What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire


• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts


• Parental and caregiver leave programs


• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits


• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership


• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility


• Clarios has been recogizned as one of 2024's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the second consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction. 

Who we are:
Clarios is the creator behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands. We are the car battery found in most new vehicles including leading brands such as Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. Our 16,000 employees develop, manufacture, and distribute batteries for virtually every type of vehicle. We recover, recycle, and reuse up to 99% of our battery materials, leading sustainability practices in our industry. Clarios, formerly Johnson Controls Battery Group, is currently a Brookfield portfolio company. Learn more about us at www.clarios.com.

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, gender, ethnicity, and all other characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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