Description

The salary range listed in the job posting reflects base compensation only.  A target discretionary bonus of 20%, paid monthly and based on company performance, is available in addition to base salary. 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Cascade Corporation, founded in 1943, evolved from a modest machine shop to the global leader in the manufacturing of attachments, forks, masts, and related technologies for forklifts and AGVs. We also manufacture a variety of high-quality attachments for the construction industry. 

With global headquarters in Portland, Oregon, and over 80 years of expertise, Cascade has developed a significant international presence, employing more than 3,000 people in more than 30 countries. This global reach gives Cascade teams the unique ability to collaborate across continents to meet customer needs anytime, anywhere while providing local service and support.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the VP Global HR and dotted line to the Westminster Plant manager. The HR Manager acts as both a business partner and coach on a broad range of human resource issues to leadership, managers and employees.  The position contributes to company performance by providing tactical and strategic HR leadership and support that facilitates the achievement of business goals and objectives. This includes developing and driving company-wide programs and initiatives (salary and annual focal cycle, workforce planning, learning and development initiatives, organizational change, etc.). The position has one HR direct report and is a critical member of the Cascade Corporate HR team as well as dotted line to the Westminster Plant Manager’s & their team. Discretion and judgement are exercised routinely in the execution of job duties.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Talent Management

Sets the strategy in alignment with corporate direction and administers programs and processes related to the employee life cycle including talent acquisition and onboarding, performance management, learning and development, career development and succession planning, employee engagement and retention and workforce planning. Specific responsibilities include:

• Identifies and implements recruitment strategies and processes to ensure we are hiring top talent in all areas
• Administers the performance management cycle, philosophy and system
• Leads succession planning efforts for all management and key positions on the site
• Creates a culture of career development to facilitate organization and leadership development efforts
• Trains and supports plant leaders and supervisors in performance management, employee relations, career development plans and other training as needed or required.  

 Employee Relations 

• Investigates and resolves employee issues through a systematic approach.
• Works closely with management and employees to provide policy interpretation and application, improve working relationships, engagement, and morale while increasing productivity and retention.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employment policies and practices to reduce legal risk, ensure fairness and meet regulatory compliance.
• Reviews trends and key learnings with Plant Manager and VP of HR.

 Benefits Administration

• Partners with corporate team to lead the administration of benefits for plant employees. Programs include medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, STD/LTD and other voluntary benefit elections.
• Works with broker(s) and health care providers as needed on plan documents.

 Leave of Absence and Workers’ Compensation

• Oversees the direction, process and decision-making framework for LOA, accommodations and Workers Compensation programs, including the application of STD and LTD benefits aligned with state and federal requirements.
• Provides consultation to plant health and safety program by participating in safety committee meetings.

Compliance

• Ensures and enforces compliance of state, federal and company policies on hiring, conduct, wages, benefits, record keeping, etc.
• Completes maintenance of the Driver Qualification Files for all DOT and Non-DOT Lift Technologies, Inc. truck drivers.
• Oversees completion of DOT FMCSA Consortium random selections.
• Actively participants in the annual ISO and Quarterly Quality Management Reviews.
• Tracks all new hire employee training is completed to meet Quality Standards.

Note to Applicants:

This job description provides the general scope and level of responsibilities for the position.  It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, qualifications, and skills required of incumbents in this role.

Cascade Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace.  In accordance with applicable laws, candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to undergo drug testing.  Failure to consent to testing, failure to comply with testing procedures, or a positive test result may result in the withdrawal of the employment offer.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a fully accredited college in business administration, human resources management, or other closely related field
• Minimum of 6 years directly related experience, preferably in a heavy industrial environment
• Direct People Management for a minimum of 3 years
• MBA, master’s in organizational development, or coaching certificate preferred
• SHRM-CP or HRCI PHR certification preferred.  Required to obtain within one year of employment.
• Safety – Actively demonstrates vigilance in protecting self, customers, co-workers, contractors, suppliers and community from risky actions or unsafe conditions.