Mgr I, HR

Job Purpose
Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.


Company Description
Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them. We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future. Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations. Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!
As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers. Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions – whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself. From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.
Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com.

Key Job Elements
• Serve as a point of contact to employees for HR related topics;
• Support and manage performance evaluation process;
• Process employee payroll;
• Conduct candidate interviews and manage hiring process;
• Process all terminations for assigned employees;
• Conduct counseling sessions with employees and managers;
• Identify, create and conduct employee training as needed;
• Daily contact with managers regarding employee relations;
• Interpret and advise employees on company policies;
• May perform duties outside of HR such as safety, administration or operations support, primarily in smaller facilities;
• Maintain employee files.


Qualifications and Experience
• A minimum of 5+ years’ experience working in HR department leadership role;
• Strong ability to multi-task;
• Experience managing and leading teams;
• Strong computer skills to include HRIS and Microsoft Office;
• Experience with PeopleSoft and other HR systems;
• Knowledge of laws regarding employment law, employee benefits, leave and accommodations;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with individuals at all levels;
• Sound judgement and confidentiality.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:
• Strength – Position typically involves work in a standard office environment. Occasional standing and walking. Heavy lifting is rare but may be required;
• Motion – Position regularly requires standard repetitive motions and hand/eye coordination associated with office communications. May require bending, lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, crouching, walking, etc. in cases where Safety investigations require them;
• Vision/Hearing Requirements – Constant verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
• Work Environment – Position may involve occasional work in a non-temperature-controlled facility. Position will require occasional visits to industrial environment, including potential for noise (85+ decibels), frequent exposure to cold and temperature changes, exposure to hazardous materials, heavy equipment, high levels of dust, and other hazardous working conditions. May be required to remain for long periods of time in hazardous work environments to investigate and mitigate accidents/incidents;
• Emotional Demands – Responsible for audits and reporting. Requires interpersonal skills and communication;
• Safety – Position required to follow all safety guidelines and requirements.


Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

*Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.