HR Manager

Dover Hydraulics, a SunSource company, is a full-service hydraulic repair and engineering company serving the backbone of American industry since 1982. Known for quality, speed, and technical expertise, we provide end-to-end support for cylinders and components, including testing, parts, and repair. Customers choose Dover as their one-stop partner to reduce downtime and keep critical operations moving.  www.doverhydraulics.com 

SunSource has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resource Manager based in Dover, OH.   The mission of the HRM will be to contribute to the growth of the company by providing professional support for organizational business initiatives through effective execution of HR programs and practices.  

• Counsel associates and managers on policies, procedures, and performance management
• Manage existing associate benefits programs and services
• Work with SunSource Shared Services to provide information and associate statuses for processing of bi-weekly payroll, including new hire-set up and separations
• Oversight of workers comp tracking, reporting and invoice processing
• Partner with Corporate HR to implement companywide programs
• Provides full life-cycle recruitment support by partnering with Corporate Recruitment and hiring managers to develop sourcing plans to address staffing needs and facilitate the on-boarding process
• Plan and conduct new associate orientation to foster a positive attitude toward organizational objectives
• Able to travel to locations outside of OH for training and meetings
• Execute Performance Management process and ensure all associates have goals and receive annual reviews
• Manage employee relations, addressing concerns, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.

• Keep abreast of US employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance to mitigate risk
• Effectively build relationships with key business unit leaders to provide direction and promote consistent business practices
• Ability to recommend new approaches for continual improvements
• Excellent communication skills to clearly articulate and support decisions, both in written and oral formats
• Must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Must be able to travel 10%

Education: 4-year degree in Human Resources, Business or Psychology

Experience: 5+ years in HR Generalist capacity (employee relations, benefits, payroll, full cycle recruiting).  Experience with UKG preferred.  Strong experience with Microsoft Office Products to prepare reports and employee communications.  Must be able to demonstrate the ability to handle multiple tasks and have a strong team approach with all levels of management and associates throughout the organization.