HR Manager Job - Arkema Inc. : Job Details

HR Manager - ManufacturingAre you a dynamic HR professional with a passion for driving organizational success? We are seeking a talented HR Manager to join our vibrant and diverse team. If you excel in strategic thinking, possess excellent communication skills, and have a knack for aligning HR initiatives with business objectives, we want to hear from you!The role will support 3 manufacturing sites in the Chicago area (Ringwood, Calumet City and Elk Grove). This is a new role due to growth and a pending acquisition. The successful candidate will lead the HR strategy and implementation for assigned sites, providing support with initiatives decided upon by business and manufacturing leaders.Why Join US?

• We are an international, innovative, responsible, safety focused and forward-thinking company!
• We are a value-driven group: Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, Inclusion
• We are recognized as a Top Employer by The Top Employers Institute, an international body that certifies the excellence of HR practices of companies worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• HR Business Partner for Client Groups
  • Establish personal credibility and build strong partnerships with leadership teams at each site and the Corporate Human Resources and Communications team.
  • Develop and maintain HR programs and procedures linked to client groups' strategies.
  • Lead talent acquisition, on-boarding, development, hiring, promotion, and departure processes.
  • Partner with leadership teams to develop and implement workforce planning and management actions.
  • Maintain and communicate HR metrics to client groups.
  • Facilitate change effectively by understanding business needs and developing plans to introduce and drive necessary changes.
  • Foster an environment that encourages continuous individual growth and delivery of results.
• Drive and Implement Core HR Processes
  • Partner with HR leadership, HR Business Partners, and HR COEs to implement HR programs, policies, practices, and tools.
  • Coordinate the administration of benefits for union and non-union employees.
  • Implement HR processes such as Performance Management, Talent Review, Employee Safety and Engagement Survey, and Reward & Recognition program.
  • Lead or contribute to special projects to continuously improve HR practices, processes, and data management.
  • Ensure accuracy of employee data in HRIS (SAP/MyCareer).
• Compliance and Employee/Labor Relations
  • Ensure awareness and compliance with HR policies within client groups.
  • Address and resolve HR issues escalated by plant employees and management.
  • Provide counsel on employee and labor relations issues, utilizing legal resources when appropriate.
  • Stay current on regulations to ensure compliance and timely implementation of changes.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in industrial relations, human resources management, management, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of human resources experience in an industrial context.
• Must have prior union experience.
• Strong business insight to align organizational and HR performance objectives.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influence skills.
• Ability to act with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking with emotional intelligence.
• Experience with HR processes and systems; knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values - Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion - and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.Visit our LinkedIn ,Youtube , X , Facebook ,Instagram