HR Manager bei AJM Packaging Corporation

HR Manager

AJM Packaging Corporation

El Cajon, CA

Position Overview –

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, has an immediate opening for a highly motivated Human Resources Manager.  The HR Manager will work at the plant level, and oversee all daily human resources activities, while also serving as the human resources liaison between the plant and the corporate office.

Responsibilities & Duties –

• Respond to inquiries regarding human resources-related policies, procedures, and programs.  Advise plant staff as to appropriate resolution of employee relations issues and inform the corporate office of any non-standard issues or events that may require additional attention.
• Develop strategic and tactical approaches to HR in areas including employee development, employee relations, policy and procedure development, training, compensation and benefits and performance evaluation within the manufacturing plant.
• Work with managers with appropriate resolution of employee relations issues, coaching them regarding performance concerns, attendance, and other opportunities for improvement.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve issues of employee concern or conflict in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Directly participate and manage plant recruiting, interviewing, and selection process to maintain necessary staffing levels.
• Act as a business partner with the plant manager, HR peers and upper management.
• Actively engage on the plant floor building awareness to issue, building culture and solving problems.
• Plan and conduct new employee orientation.
• Ensure performance reviews for the plant are conducted in a proper and timely manner.
• Maintain records of personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, performance reviews, and terminations, as well as, injury summaries for the purpose of preparing intra-company reports or mandated government reports.
• Issue disciplinary actions as required.  Ensure that the disciplinary progression is followed and each disciplinary action is properly documented.  Track disciplinary actions and demerit points for each employee.
• Prepare or oversee the preparation of employee separation notices and related documentation, and when plausible, conduct exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations.  As applicable, recommend ways to reduce absenteeism and turnover.
• Assist corporate office in the implementation and initiation of any new or changing human resources policy, procedure or program at the plant level.
• Coordinate safety training and compliance for all plants.  Keep plants up-to-date of any changes in safety requirements and regulations and order safety-related materials as necessary.
• Ensure appropriate processing of documentation for benefits programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurance, vacation and sick leave, and other leaves of absence.
• Directly supervise two employees. Responsibilities include: designating work assignments; providing instruction; reviewing work; establishing deadlines; conducting performance appraisals; and addressing and resolving issues.
• Assist in the planning and organizing of work schedules.
• Investigate accidents and prepare injury reports for insurance carrier.  Provide immediate notice to corporate office of any severe injuries.
• Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.

Minimum Requirements –

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Human Resources or a related field
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• 10 + years of human resources experience with 3 or more years in a management role
• Experience in a manufacturing/plant environment with a focus on employee relations
• Possess strong organizational skills and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of work rules, employment law and related safety guidelines

Benefits  –

At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA), truly set us apart from the competition.  Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage and be able to adjust the proportions spent on each coverage/benefit to suit your personal requirements and preferences.  You can even redirect a portion of the total spend to pay for homeowners, car and pet insurance premiums purchased at group rates.  Lastly, under the Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), you’ll be able to contribute a portion of your annual earnings on a pre-tax basis to pay for child and dependent care and medical, dental and optical insurance co-pays and deductibles.

Summary of Benefits –

• Company Paid Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Company Paid Dental Insurance
• Company Paid Optical Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us –

AJM was originally founded shortly after the Korean War as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market.  In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products.   Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company’s commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA.  So, too, is the founding brothers’ entrepreneurial spirit, “can do” attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company’s success from the very beginning.  We’re still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they’ve come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development –

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees’ skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement.  There are no barriers to impede your progress here and no ceilings to halt your advance.  You’ll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies.  Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

Equal Employment Opportunities –

AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.