Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Wauseon Machine
Job overview
The Human Resources Manager at Wauseon Machine leads all HR functions to support a skilled, motivated workforce and positive workplace culture aligned with company goals.
Responsibilities and impact
The HR Manager manages recruitment, employee relations, compliance, performance management, and HR strategy, advises leadership, conducts investigations, enforces policies, oversees HRIS, and facilitates performance management.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in HR or related field, 5+ years of progressive HR experience, knowledge of labor laws, ability to manage HR functions independently, and preferred professional HR certification.
Work environment and culture
The role emphasizes professionalism, discretion, fairness, and a positive, adaptable workplace culture supporting frontline operations.
Company overview
Wauseon Machine specializes in designing and manufacturing custom automation solutions, including robotic systems, assembly machines, and tube fabrication equipment. They generate revenue through the sale of these high-precision, tailored machinery solutions to various industries such as automotive, aerospace, and medical devices. Founded in 1983, the company has a strong reputation for innovation and quality, continually expanding its capabilities and services to meet evolving market demands.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your comprehensive experience managing all core HR functions independently, especially recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and performance management, as Wauseon Machine values proactive leadership.
Emphasize your strategic advisory role to leadership teams, showcasing your ability to guide workforce planning, organizational development, and employee engagement in a manufacturing or operational environment.
Detail your knowledge of federal and state labor laws relevant to manufacturing, such as FMLA, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, and EEOC, and your experience conducting investigations and managing disciplinary actions fairly and compliantly.
Apply through multiple channels including Wauseon Machine’s corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of consideration for the HR Manager role.
Connect with HR professionals and plant leadership at Wauseon Machine on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent company growth, asking about their approach to employee engagement, or inquiring about the company culture to build rapport and gather insights.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'HR functions,' 'employee relations,' 'recruitment strategies,' 'labor law compliance,' and 'performance management' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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