HR Manager

Berkshire is the global contamination control leader for cleanroom and controlled environment consumable products. We provide customers with technically advanced materials aimed at application performance. We focus on total solutions that consistently minimize the risk of product and process contamination. With our customer relationships we continuously focus on complete engineered clean solutions. For over 55 years, Berkshire has understood and delivered world class manufacturing, reliable supply chain, the highest standards for quality, and technically advanced products assuring mutual success each step of the way.

In partnership with the Global HR Leader, the HR Manager will administer policy and perform various human resources activities, such as payroll, time management, compensation, employee relations, compliance reporting, safety, benefits, training, recruiting, and employee services for all North Carolina locations and for the organization.

Berkshire Corporation is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented strategist who balances independent initiative with a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate is a professional of high integrity, understands and adheres to confidentiality, and who tackles complex problems with a positive, solution-focused mindset. They will need to be a self-starter, dedicated to continuously increasing their human resources knowledge and supporting the general principals of the human resources profession while adapting readily to the changing needs of a small company.

Qualifications of Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Education, or similar or 7+ years of relevant experience in Human Resources with working knowledge of the various compliance requirements from Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Obtain PHR/SPHR certification with HRCI or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification and be a member of SHRM at the National and/or local level.
• Three years of experience in HR management, coaching, leading and developing people in an organization.
• Experience working with and/or implementing an HRIS system and intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Possess excellent time management and organizational skills, has ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Possess strong critical thinking skills; able to collect, analyze, and interpret data, synthesize and analyze alternatives and make recommendations for best final solution.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external customers and have solid writing skills.
• Understand and uphold confidentiality with respect to Company and Employee data.

Job Description:

• Consults resources to ensure company is compliant with federal, state, and local laws working with the HR Leader to determine path forward.
• Ensures compliance with corporate policies and procedures and the employee handbook and maintains mandatory site postings and wall monitors of company staff.
• Partners with department managers to support time sheet approvals to process bi-weekly payroll. Will serve as a back up to HR Generalist in MA for processing bi-weekly US payroll and monthly UK payroll.
• Oversees employee attendance and disciplinary records and keeps supervisors/managers abreast of any employee who may be approaching a disciplinary action. Follows up to ensure disciplinary actions are taken timely.
• Enters, maintains, and audits HR data in the Company’s HRIS system and ensures the integrity of the data; keeps data private and secure. Works closely with our HRIS vendor to resolve system issues when they arise.
• Executes special projects in HRIS system to develop systems and reporting features.
• Manages all I-9s for NC locations, audits employment records to ensure employees have sufficient documentation to support being eligible to work in the US.
• Oversees the maintenance of Company Personnel records required by law in electronic form.
• Develops, implements and manages a comprehensive Wellness Program for all Berkshire employees to participate in.
• Manages employee relational issues and provide coaching/mentoring to department managers. Perform employee investigations when situations arise and work to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Develops internal and external job postings, works with employment agencies to identify, recruit, and fill specific job openings; conducts reference checks and background screening.
• Conducts new employee orientations to provide positive onboarding experience and sets clear communication/directive toward company goals.
• Delivers Company Monthly Training to employees, providing content/transcripts to employees in their native language.
• Partners with HR, Operations, and Quality to develop and sustain the company’s ISO Training requirements and content; serves as ISO 9001 Internal Auditor.
• Manages company locks/lockers, facility/timekeeping badges, and company apparel and swag.
• Plans and coordinates various company programs and activities to sustain employee morale; coordinates employee holiday celebrations, annual turkey/ham orders for NC, annual flu shots and CardioCheks, bi-annual first aid training, company employee activities, etc.
• Creates and updates monthly breakroom presentations for NC sites and employee photos.
• Coordinates employee Benefits Administration for new hires, open enrollment, and any employee life status changes throughout the year.
• Provides various operating reports to management weekly or upon request to support site operations.
• Actively servers as a member of the Company’s EH&S Committee, and participates in monthly safety walkthroughs.
• Manages FMLA leaves and Worker’s Compensation cases and renewal audit; maintains OSHA logs weekly.
• Checks mail daily and distributes to appropriate personnel; submits incoming paper invoices to accounting department for payment.
• Plans and coordinates special functions as required by Management for various events.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned by Senior Management or Global HR Leader.

Job Expectations:

• The Employee is to dedicate the time necessary to accomplish the given job requirements.
• On average, employment will require a minimum of 40 hours per week and flexible hours to connect with employees on all shifts.
• Adherence to Berkshire’s Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics Standards.
• Occasional travel to another company office, manufacturing location, or offsite event/meeting.
• Dedicate time to further their general education and HR Knowledge as it relates to the HR profession.
• Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

Physical Requirements:

• Sit, stand, and walk in combination for up to 8 hours per day.
• Mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen.
• Ability to communicate in person and via telephone.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Personal/Sick
• EAP Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

Berkshire is the global contamination control leader for clean room and controlled environment consumable products. We provide customers with technically advanced materials aimed at application performance. We focus on total solutions that consistently minimize the risk of product and process contamination. With our customer relationships we continuously focus on complete engineered clean solutions. For more than 55 years, Berkshire has understood and delivered world class manufacturing, reliable supply chain, highest standards for quality, technically advanced products assuring mutual success each step of the way.