Human Resources Manager - Military Veterans
at Woodward, Inc.
Woodward's Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment
At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential. We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.
We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey. Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.
Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Estimated annual base pay: $99,000 (minimum) - $123,500 (midpoint) - $148,000 (maximum)
- All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
- 401(k) match (4.5%)
- Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
- Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
- 401(k) match (4.5%)
- 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
- Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
- Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
- Paid parental leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
- Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
- Member referral bonus
- Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
- Voluntary benefits, including:
- Home / Auto Insurance discounts
- Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave
- Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a HR Professional, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
As a HR Manager, you will be responsible for providing strategic HR support to the operations leaders and driving the execution of HR strategies and initiatives across the site and groups you support. You will work closely with business leaders to develop and implement HR programs that support the organization's goals and objectives and ensure alignment with the company's culture and values.
What you will be doing...
- Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that align with the company's goals and objectives
- Partner with business leaders to drive the execution of HR programs, including talent acquisition, performance management, talent development, and employee engagement
- Provide guidance and coaching to business leaders on HR issues, including employee relations, employment law, and HR policies and procedures
- Drive organizational change initiatives, including cultural transformation, workforce planning, and succession planning
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with the internal Centers of Excellence
- Support the development and implementation of diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives across the organization
- Monitor and analyze HR metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement
- Manages bargaining and non-bargaining employment and negotiations with union representatives
- Support continuous improvement initiatives
What we are looking for...
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years experience of related work required
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR policies and procedures
- Proven track record of developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives that drive business results
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional who is passionate about driving organizational change and supporting business growth. If you have the qualifications and experience, we are looking for, we encourage you to apply!
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).
Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Niles, IL
Woodward delivers lasting contributions to energy control, always innovating for a better future.
Woodward integrates leading-edge technologies into fuel, combustion, fluid, actuation, and electronic control systems for the aerospace and industrial markets. Our growth is driven by the increasing demand for fuel-efficient, low-emission, and high-performance energy management.
We have a clear vision and follow carefully planned long-term strategies. With multiple locations in fourteen countries, Woodward can respond quickly with solutions tailored to the local demands of our customers.
Our leadership in energy control and optimization solutions is built on a strong foundation, dating back to 1870. We are driven by the needs of our customers and guided by our tradition of integrity, values, and principles.