Human Resources Specialist

Overview:
At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.

The position: The HR Specialist - Recruitment is responsible to perform recruitment activities including but not limited to recruitment, screening, hiring, on-boarding, training, and additional activities that support the Human Resource Department. They are responsible in understanding and maintaining the facility’s headcount goal and contribute to meeting these goals by performing and assisting in these recruitment and supporting activities.

**Responsibilities**:
**WHAT YOU’LL DO**
- Perform recruitment activities for entry levels of manufacturing and supporting positions.
- Perform interviewing, screening, hiring, on-boarding, mentoring and training processes.
- Comprehend manufacturing need to run headcount and employment gap goal, and maintain by performing successful recruitment processes.
- Assist and perform processes that encourage career development of people and retention of a safe, diverse, competent and effective workforce.
- Collect, maintain and analyze data supporting recruitment and other Human Resources activities.
- Maintain consistent knowledge of labor market conditions and effective predict lead time needed to meet recruitment goals.
- Assist in completing Market Wage Analysis when needed.
- Create and follow an effective recruitment plan that supports maintaining headcount and increasing in headcount in order to be prepared for either recruitment scenario.
- Assist in the processes that track, report and audit plant metrics, targets and goals.
- Assist in plant activities for employee involvement including opportunities for recognition, wellness, and community interaction and employee engagement.
- Support and assist in additional activities that support the Human Resource Department such as payroll, time & attendance, benefits administration, employee relations, reporting and more.
- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
**YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)**
- Education: High school diploma/GED.
- Years of Experience: Experience working in a recruitment role in manufacturing required. 5+ years’ experience preferred.
- Skills:

- Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity Laws as relevant for recruitment processes.
- Experience working with Microsoft computer software.
- Ability to collect and analyze data.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Detail-oriented.
- Travel: Some travel may be required.

**PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS**

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Physical demands:

- Ability to see, walk, speak, hear, sit and perform other physical activity consistent with the essential functions of the job and working conditions.
- Ability to use hands to perform tasks such as writing, typing on a keyboard, using a computer, using office equipment and using the telephone.
- Ability to work a 10 to 12 hour shift. 40-50 hours per week.
- Ability to perform essential job functions and tasks in a constant state of alertness.
- The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
- Work environment:

- Hours of work on site usually coincide with the shift of production department (6:00AM - 4:30PM, Mon - Thursday). Some Friday work may be required.
- The work schedule requirement is 10 hours per day, 4 days per week. Hours worked per week are 40-50. o Approximately 90% of time is spent in an office environment performing duties. o Approximately 10% of time in a manufacturing environment to perform tours and communicate with employees.
- Must dress and present oneself in a professional manner.

**ABOUT GREAT DANE**

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today - delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

**WHY WORK FOR US?**

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted