Human Resources Manager - Edgewood, NY

*This position will be responsible for the HR function in two locations - Aviatron in Essex, Vermont and Accessory Technologies in Edgewood, New York. This is an in-office position. Selected candidate can be located in either location and will be required to travel to the other facility approximately once per month.

Overview of the Position:

This position is responsible for human resources for a specific site/group of sites. The role will be critical in driving the talent agenda of the site including acquiring, developing and retaining key talent to support business growth objectives. The individual will also be responsible for maintaining the cultural environment of the site. Success will be measured by employee engagement, turnover, and leadership development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner with site location leadership to provide HR direction and implementation of Corporate and Local HR programs and services; maintain and oversee employee files and documentation.
• Administer benefit programs and payroll related functions for the site.
• Assist with the development of policies and programs to attract, retain, and promote a diverse work force for the site.
• Foster a culture around our Company Values of Safety, Exceptional Service, Continuous Improvement, and Respect through effective coaching; collaborate on or drive employee initiatives in safety, health and welfare
• Coordinate and deliver management training in interviewing, hiring and selection, positive team member relations, handling terminations and harassment issues
• Work with managers and employees across the company to address and resolve human resources matters through day-to-day guidance on performance management (coaching, counseling, development and disciplinary actions)
• Ensure that all human resources practices are in compliance with all state and federal regulatory and legal requirements, company standards and values
• Maintain and process FAA required training material; manage both FAA and Non-FAA Anti-Drug and Alcohol Program following relevant regulations
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with regional sites to develop solutions, programs and policies to meet and improve business outcomes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting Human Resources functions (e.g. OSHA, EEO, ERIS, FLSA, etc.)
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Must have the ability to use good judgement on sensitive, confidential matters.
• Experience in employee relations, organization development, performance management, talent assessment, workforce planning, leadership development and communications
• Demonstrated project management skills and capability of developing effective employee relations
• Highly effective verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to solve problems using logic, reasoning, analytical skills and collaboration across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Bilingual in English/Spanish and Aerospace experience are beneficial

Education / Experience Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in related human resources discipline and 5 - 10 years professional Human Resource experience or equivalent combination of education and experience; PHR Certification preferred.

Other Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl; and lift up to 10 pounds.
• Is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• Is frequently required to talk or listen.
• Works in moderate noise levels.
• Travel up to 30%.