Human Resources Manager at TPI Composites, Inc in Newton, Iowa

Job Description:

About TPI  

We are a leading wind-blade manufacturer and the only independent wind blade manufacturer with a global footprint. We are enabling many of the industry’s leading wind turbine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to outsource the manufacturing of a larger portion of their wind blades, thus expanding their global wind blade capacity. We manufacture advanced composite products to our customers’ exact specifications in facilities designed, built, and strategically located either near our customers’ target markets or in low-cost, world-class locations, to minimize total delivered cost. In addition, we provide global field service maintenance and repairs for wind turbine OEMs and asset owners by leveraging our global footprint and approximately 12,000 capable associates. We are building a growing global team of experienced technicians to provide best-in-class wind blade service capabilities.  

 

About the Role  

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for leading the Human Resources function for the site by driving a culture of engagement, inclusion, and safety. Leads recruitment, talent development, compensation, organizational development, and associate relations processes to meet the business unit’s operational and financial objectives, while leading the organization in maintaining legal and regulatory compliance for people-related activities. 

In addition to solid human resources and leadership skills, the successful candidate will have passion and demonstrate success in driving diversity & inclusion and employee engagement. If this describes you, we invite you to speak to us about this opportunity to grow wind blade business. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Serve as a link between management and associates by handling questions, interpreting and administering policies and helping resolve work-related problems.  

• Act as “chief of staff” on site management team, advising site leaders on the full spectrum of people programs, policies, and actions. 

• Champion diversity & inclusion and associate engagement programs to ensure an inclusive and engaged work force.  

• Analyze and administer compensation programs to ensure consistency and competitiveness of the organization’s compensation program.  

• Advise managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.  

• Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, and corrective action/discipline procedures.  

• Plan and conduct new associate orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives.  

• Identify staff vacancies and recruit, interview and select applicants.  

• Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, and associate relations.  

• Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.  

• Provide current and prospective associates with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion, and associate benefits.  

• Analyze statistical data and reports to identify and determine causes of personnel problems and develop recommendations for improvement of organization's personnel policies and practices.  

• Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, and absenteeism rates.  

• Conduct exit interviews to identify reasons for associate exits.  

• Oversee the evaluation, classification and rating of occupations and job positions.  

• Study legislation recent legal developments to assess industry trends.  

• Develop or administer special projects in areas such as pay equity, community involvement, associate rewards and recognition.  

• Contract with vendors to provide associate services, such as food service, transportation, or relocation service.  

• Adhere to and represent the company's values and behaviors as defined by the TPI Mission and Core Values and EHS policies, while reinforcing leadership and individual associates’ responsibility for EHS. Adhere to and represent the company's values and behaviors as defined by the TPI Mission and Core Values and EHS policies, while reinforcing leadership and individual associates’ responsibility for EHS. 

• Lead and supervise subordinate staff. 

 

Who we’re looking for: 

• BA/BS in human resources, business management, communications, or related field and at least 8 years of experience leading human resources in a manufacturing environment or other industrial setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Thorough knowledge of employment laws and regulations, such as EOE, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, ADEA, and labor relations. 

• Ability to build and sustain relationships across all levels. 

• Ability to positively influence the business. 

• Ability to foster and promote a culturally diverse work force with a variety of people of varying personalities and backgrounds. 

• Strong oral and written communications. 

• Bi-lingual English/Spanish or Portugese skills highly desired. 

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft software, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel.  

 

Location 

This position is on site at our wind blade manufacturing site in Newton, Iowa. Relocation assistance is available. 

 

Our Mission is to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to decarbonize and electrify the world by expanding the adoption of renewable energy. We accomplish this by cultivating an inclusive culture that attracts, develops, excites, and retains exceptional talent. 

 

Additional Information 

TPI Composites, Inc. offer competitive compensation and benefits, including but not limited to, health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacation plans. 
 
TPI Composites, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Background check and drug test required. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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