Senior Human Resources Manager

Consider joining the Pennex family as the Senior Human Resources (HR) Manager at our Leetonia location. This role is responsible for delivering key result areas as a strategic and trusted business partner in the Pennex organization. The Senior HR Manager designs, implements, and manages innovative HR programs and policies to foster an engaged workforce while also “modeling the way” for our leaders as an example of our core values.  This role is critical in ensuring the HR Department deliverables align with the business needs to better serve its customers. This position partners with the business leaders, provides strategic direction on all aspects of HR, including training and development, compensation, benefits, employee relations and performance management. This role focuses on people by creating open communication between employees and leadership. This position directs the organizational design aspects, leveraging employee strengths and development growing leaders from within the organization. The Senior HR Manager will lead key projects with the Human Resources Work Group (HRWG) as well as internal and external customers, while actively fostering a workplace culture that motivates employees, ensuring they are trained and developed to enjoy success in their role. 

• Manages employee relations providing an open-door environment to have issues/concerns addressed. Spends time in production facilities engaging employees and providing opportunity to express concerns/issues, ask questions and provide general assistance.
• Functions as a coach to supervisors and managers regarding employee issues/concerns. Assists managers/supervisors developing employee corrective actions and performance management counseling.
• Provides feedback to Director of Human Resources and General Managers on potential issues and challenges within organization needing resolution at the executive management level.
• Works with the HR Team to ensure policies are administered accurately and fairly, providing guidance to supervisors/managers and employees, and assisting in the revisions and development of new policies.
• Manages the onboarding process, schedules safety orientations, introduces the Pennex culture, reviews employment documentation and policies.
• Performs 15, 45, and 90 day stay interviews to ensure new employee onboarding processes are being managed in the effective manner and providing oversight to retention.
• Collaborates with Talent Acquisition and Operations on all temporary staffing needs by ordering and terminating temporary employees. Tracks changes and monitors temporary workers performance, attendance, and length of service for hiring purposes.
• Develops and maintains a human resources system that meets management information needs.
• Oversees the analysis, maintenance, and communication of records required by law or local governing bodies, or other departments in the organization.
• Studies legislation, arbitration decisions, and other legal and/or reference sources to assess industry trends.
• Analyzes wage and salary reports and data for hourly production workers to determine competitive compensation plan. Works with the Director of HR and Pennex Leadership Team to ensure competitive wages align with business plans.
• Coordinates and oversees all aspects of project execution; ensuring timelines and deliverables are met, using proven project management methodologies to ensure successful project completed.
• Oversees the performance review cycles. Works independently with supervisors and managers to calibrate performance across operations and manages timing and execution of performance reviews and compensation events
• Supports supervisors and managers with outlining employee goals/objectives and creation and development plans.
• Identifies high potential performers to engage for the alignment of business succession plan.
• Provides support to the compensation and benefits team by following up on enrollment paperwork, assists in the administering of changes to the plans and acting as a funnel for health insurance claims issues resolution.
• Provides support for the Wellness initiatives to ensure there is participation and employee engagement. Assists employees in establishing an employee driven team on Wellness and participates in the committee meetings.
• Performs duties relating to preferred employer initiatives by assisting in the coordination and follow-up on employee roundtables, scheduling and organizing company activities and events such as picnics and other family events.
• Administers quarterly random testing for all employees in accordance the substance abuse policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in a related field from a four-year college or university or equivalent experience is required.
• Ten or more years of Human Resources experience is required.
• Five or more years of experience in a HR leadership role is required.
• HR Certification preferred: SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, SPHR, or PHR.
• Experience growing a manufacturing facility is required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong strategic thinking skills.
• Experience in employee relations, organizational development, coaching, hourly compensation, training, change management and HR program implementation.
• Ability to influence leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong conflict resolution.
• Ability to coach and mentor team members.
• Highest level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Acts with a sense of urgency and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Sound judgement, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Reliable, flexible, and responsive.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (OH & PA).
• Knowledge of HR Systems and Payroll, including time keeping systems.
• Ability to develop strong trusting relationships in order to gain support and achieve results.
• Effectively envision, develop, and implement new strategies to address competitive, complex business issues.
• Be self-directed and motivated.
• Take initiative to identify and anticipate needs and make recommendations for implementation.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available.

Perks of the Job:  

• Medical, dental and vision insurance  
• Disability and life insurance  
• 401(k) with matching contribution  
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays  
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
• Ongoing training and professional development  
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement  
• Relocation package may be available  

Why Our People Love Working Here: 

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture  
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring, and growth  
• Tuition reimbursement  
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands  
• Wellness incentive program  
• Regular employee celebrations and events  

Who We Are:  

Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution. 

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Integrity. Caring. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.   

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit Pennex.com or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at MXHoldings.com. 

Our Commitment to Inclusion: We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran, or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennex.com.  

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States. 

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.