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Director of Human Resources

Location:

Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742

Position Type: Professional

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

Job Summary

The Director Human Resources (HR) provides leadership and direction for all HR functions at the Hagerstown Powertrain Production manufacturing site to achieve strategic goals through human capital. This is both a strategic and hands-on role that provides full cycle human resources support to our employees and leaders.

The Director of HR is a member of the Hagerstown operations management team and the Powertrain Production People & Culture management team.

Core Responsibilities

• Strategic business partner for plant management team members, offering guidance and leadership in achieving overall business goals.

• Identify HR related initiatives which will influence the implementation of business strategy.

• Advise, counsel, and coach business leaders on workforce related issues, including: performance management, individual and organizational development, policy and regulatory adherence, labor/employee relations, staffing, compensation and benefit issues

• Implement Human Resource programs, processes and policies within the plant, compatible with organizational values, ethics and policies and in line with labor law and agreements

• Support plant leadership with leadership sourcing, talent development, succession planning, performance management, competence development and compensation & benefits within applicable organization.

• Drive, challenge and support line managers regarding change management, employee engagement, organizational-, culture- and people development to improve business performance by using available programs and tools.

• Provide proactive leadership and creative insights to clarify and resolve complex business HR issues including progressive labor relations & contract negotiations.

• Work closely with HR Center of Expertise and HR Services as well as relevant HR Business Partner network to ensure effective joint delivery of HR services to the organization.

• Proactively addresses and manages factory safety

• Stay informed about legislation, arbitration decisions, and collective bargaining contracts to assess industry trends

Essential Educational and/or Training Qualifications and Certificates:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration or Related Discipline with relevant knowledge of all Human Resources processes

• Additional HR education/training preferred

Required Knowledge and experience:

Previous experience in a unionized manufacturing organization required, including contract negotiations

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and multi-cultural communication skills

• Demonstrated expertise in implementing and leading change management

• Solid negotiation skills with the ability to represent the company’s interest in a variety of business dealings, negotiate and drive best outcomes for Volvo

• Experience in Organization Development and Business Cycle Management (i.e. Workforce Planning/Strategic Planning)

• Demonstrated knowledge of US employment law and HR professional practices

• Coaching/facilitation/advising skills to help drive transformation and organizational change;

• Demonstrated experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with union representatives and to support local labor negotiations. Experience with interpretation of the collective bargaining agreement.

What’s in it for you?

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the annual salary is set at $143,565 - $177,345, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, education, skills and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

Benefits Statement

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• Competitive Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and others

• 401(k) with employer match, plus additional company contribution

• Generous Employee Time Off, additional company holiday days, community volunteering hours

• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first

• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University

• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier

We also offer an array of additional benefits and programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier. We will gladly share this information and more at any time during the interviewing process or as part of your offer letter.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category: People & Culture

Organization: Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required: Occasional Travel

Requisition ID: 19225

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

Nearest Major Market: Hagerstown