Human Resources Manager

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Job description

Position Purpose

This highly influential role leads a wide variety of Human Resources related activities that impact a major subsequent (COE), integrated manufacturing facility and/or geographical area; typically in a location of more than 350 members or across multiple locations. Much of this activity has broader impact on Woodward as a whole. The Human Resources Manager acts as a key company resource by partnering with business leaders in the assessment of business needs and by adapting HR practices, processes, procedures, and services in response to those needs. This position is responsible for designing and implementing products and services to meet critical business needs.

Essential Functions

* Organizational Capability and Workforce Planning --- Assesses business needs, identifies organizational implications and collaborates with senior leaders on developing strategies to meet those needs.

* Staffing, Manpower Planning, Recruitment, and Employment --- Consults with hiring leaders on the appropriate staffing strategies; coordinates recruiting, screening, referral, selection and employment activities with a focus on leadership recruiting and selection.

* Total Rewards --- Accountable for conveying a clear understanding of Woodward's Total Rewards Philosophy that emphasizes pay for performance, market based pay and an engaging employment value proposition. Administers compensation programs (i.e. salary and equity reviews); participates in market salary survey analysis to review competitiveness; designs and develops salary structures that meet the needs of the business.

* Compensation & Role Management --- Responsible for consistent and equitable administration of salary structures, job codes and titles. Supports the global job code standardization process by participating in and leading JCS initiates. Ensures local salary structures are competitive and closely aligned with the market. Participates in periodic review of market pay salary structures. Works with leaders in the progression process to ensure members are fairly assessed and the process guidelines are followed.

* Performance Management --- Provides guidance and support to leaders and members on the Leading Performance Management Process (LPMP) that includes the Written Reflection, goal setting, Annual Conversation and development planning as well as other performance tools such as Performance Improvement Planning.

* Compliance and Risk Management --- Accountable for fair treatment of members and compliance with local and national employment laws while consulting with leaders on business related risks; supports the administration of the FAA program where required.

* Member Relations --- Understand and resolve HR issues and their broader impact on company policies and practices. This includes completing and assigning ethics investigations.

* Labor and Employment Relations --- Accountable for positive labor climate and the equitable administration of local employment agreements including dispute resolution and contract interpretation. Participates in contract negotiations as appropriate. For non-represented workforce groups; works to maintain their status through positive workforce climate.

* Inclusion --- Understands workforce diversity and creates an environment where members feel valued for their unique contributions to Woodward.

* Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity --- Where applicable accountable for managing AA goals; responsible for targeted outreach with community-based organizations and recruiting sources; responsible for the annual Affirmative Action Program; supports OFCCP audits as needed. Investigates and resolves EEO issues/complaints.

* Work Force Management --- Consults with region leadership and Business Group VP, Human Resources in the assessment of the organization's needs and capabilities in the event of workforce management. Coordinates and drives workforce management activities across region in adherence to the Workforce Management policies.

* Learning and Development -- -Provides consultation and support to leaders and members in the areas of member development and training. Supports the Global Training program.

* Talent Management --- Assists leaders in the global talent assessment, succession planning, and development planning process designed to build current and future leaders. May assist in the preparation of the business group annual talent management review

* Project Management --- Executes components of the Global Human Resources strategic plan that apply to assigned client groups and leads global project teams as needed.

* Designs, develops, and implements strategic HR plans that are based on top level Business Group and HR strategy.

* Designs, develops, and implements 12-18 month HR operating plans that include both service objectives and profit planning targets.

* Leads HR issues and initiatives for assigned client groups.

* Manages strategic supplier relationships (i.e. recruiters, temporary agencies, outside labor law counsel, etc.).

* Has awareness of and elevates key site information to HR Vice President (e.g. Attrition trends, member morale, etc.)

* Provides leadership and development of HR leadership staff, including planning, organizing, staff development and performance management/coaching. Develops the region HR budget, metrics, policies, processes, procedures.

* Responsible for driving CI/Lean initiatives within HR for local projects.

Other Functions

* Supports Business Development work linked to the business group or responsible geographical area
* May lead and/or provide support in the following areas in some locations:
* Benefits Administration
* Environmental, Health & Safety
* Disability/Workers Compensation Case Management

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

* Strong proficiency in all areas of Human Resources: Staffing and Recruiting; Compensation; Performance Management; Member Relations, Labor Relations, Member Development; Workforce Management; Organizational Development.

* Strong client focus, communication, influencing skills; ability to collaborate and influence all layers throughout the site.

* Proven ability to lead and work in a team-based environment.

* Strong ability to plan, organize and manage a heavy workload while directing the work of others.

* Demonstrated ability to resolve complex issues without detailed instruction or procedural guidance. Provide guidance to HR staff in the resolution of complex issues in accordance with Company policies, philosophy and in accordance with applicable laws.

* In-depth understanding of applicable laws and regulations, Woodward policies and practices.

* Excellent communication and influencing skills; ability to collaborate and influence all layers of the organization. Strong presentation skills

* Strong business understanding and the ability to connect HR solutions with business performance.

* Ability to drive and influence results through own efforts and that of others.

* Practical and results-oriented; ability to be effective within a matrix structure.

* A person of unquestionable honesty and integrity; demonstrates an outstanding work ethic.

* Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor HR Staff. Ability to lead team to deliver HR services that meet the needs of the organization and create partnerships with leaders and members.

* Cultural savvy and managing diversity.

* Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and drive Global HR projects.

Education or Formal Training

* Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management or related discipline required; or relevant professional qualification (outside the US)
* Masters in Human Resources Management or MBA preferred

Experience Required

* Minimum 5 years progressively responsible professional HR Generalist experience
* Previous leadership experience, desired

Materials and Equipment Used Working Environment/ Physical Activities

Open office environment; travel required (domestic and international)

Woodward is an independent designer, manufacturer, and service provider of control solutions for the aerospace and energy markets. Our aerospace systems and components optimize the performance of fixed wing and rotorcraft platforms in commercial, business and military aircraft, ground vehicles and other equipment. Our energy-related systems and components enhance the performance of industrial gas and steam turbines, reciprocating engines, compressors, wind turbines, electrical grids and other energy-related industrial equipment. The company's innovative fluid energy, combustion control, electrical energy, and motion control systems help customers offer cleaner, more reliable and more efficient equipment. Our customers include leading original equipment manufacturers and end users of their products.

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR, or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.