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Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people's lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.
Transforming what's possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials - this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it's a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.
By joining MTS, you'll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You'll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.
As a partner to the local management teams, the HRM will drive HR strategy and processes that align with business plans and strategic objectives. Broadly, the HR Manager would be responsible for a wide range of functions including: HR Strategy, Organization Design & Effectiveness, Employee Safety, Talent Management/Employee Development, Cultural Development, and Employee Engagement. The position will be based in Eden Prairie, MN and will support that location, and report to the Vice President of Human Resources.
Duties and Responsibilities:
. Acts as trusted advisor and provides technical expertise and analytical support in identified areas of the Human Resources function.
. Partners with local management and functional leaders on organizational change efforts in support of division's annual objectives, assisting with communication strategies and organizational design efforts.
. Designs and delivers innovative technology-based recruitment strategies leading to improved metrics.
. Leads organizational change management, and cultural initiatives ensuring effective processes and communication.
. Helps design, deliver and implement training programs on various human resource topics; develops local leadership capabilities.
. Acts as employee engagement champion - coordinates the delivery of engagement survey, works with leadership to analyze results, and advises on action plans. Facilitates awareness of engagement and cultural opportunities within the business
. Supports leadership by assessing and developing internal talent through effective IDP plans.
. Supports the MTS performance management cycle, advising and coaching in areas of goal setting, mid-year feedback activities, annual performance review and the compensation planning process.
. Works with functional leaders to manage talent acquisition activities, supports talent upgrade efforts as necessary and advises on market compensation requirements. . Coordinates projects which include automation in recruitment process.
. Facilitates talent review activities within assigned client group. Helps administer 9-box assessments with local and functional leaders.
. Supports employee relations matters including ethnic investigations and policy interpretations.
. Provides coaching to local leadership team based on business needs and applicable HR practices.
. Supports Division Safety Leader, supports safety initiatives and drives zero accident safety culture.
. Active role in development of Affirmative Action Plan within the division. Ensures compliance with required legal postings on bulletin boards.
. Manages HR projects which drives Simplification by applying toolbox applications.
. Manages compensation planning for production and technical roles using wage surveys. Applies MTS job banding system to ensure consistency of job grading.
. Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures and reporting are in compliance.
. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or similar field of study.
. Minimum of 3-5 years in HR Leadership role, preferably experiences in a manufacturing environment.
. Experienced in recruitment, engagement and change management initiatives.
. Strong business partnership capabilities: ability to learn and adapt to our changing business, help assess talent and become familiar with our industry and its implications for our division.
. Strong written/verbal communication skills; demonstrates good listening skills; able to communicate status on process with colleagues, keep team members informed and responds clearly to employee inquiries. Demonstrates a positive friendly attitude in working with all levels within the organization.
. Strong process-oriented mindset which focuses on efficiencies and simplification.
. Independent and organized work style: effectively manages and prioritizes workload, assume and manage multiple tasks without close supervision, adapt to change and consistently meet deadlines. Ability to make independent decisions and regularly suggest ways to improve services and processes.
. Strong technical skills/aptitude: proficiency in MS Office programs (Word and Excel). Experience with HRIS systems (Workday experience preferred).
. Ability to use good judgement and discretion with highly confidential business and employee information.
. Ability to travel to multi-state locations.
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ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
