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                        <title><![CDATA[Human Resource Manager at Employers Association, (USA-MN-Plymouth)]]></title>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 13:34:10 GMT</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Oversee the successful operation and delivery of Company&apos;s Human Resource Management (HRM) services and functions.This includes management of human resource staff, application of professional expertise, and maintenance of both internal/external client relations.Professional Expertise: Directly responsible for providing oversight, overall planning, organization, delivery of services. This includes forecasting, setting objectives, anticipating changes, securing and budgeting resources, structuring tasks, establishing priorities and timelines, and preparing for future opportunities.Facilitate orientation and induction into the Company, including proper completion of paperwork and follow-up with new hire resources and training needsReview and discussion ofthe Company&apos;s employee benefits â medical, dental, life, (AD D, LTD   STD), flexible spending, 401(k) plan and HSAManage workers compensation claims. Work directly with the CFO, Health   SafetyManager and the affected employee to resolve paperwork and any issues that may arise and are associated with claims. Educate and coach managers to ensure compliance with Company policy and practices: Federal and State employment laws including AA/EEO equal opportunity policies and procedures. Organization Development and Performance Management; Design, implement and facilitate training and development practices that achieve increased organizational effectiveness, including increased productivity and efficiency. Create and/or help identify learning/development opportunities where employees can excel relative to their ambitions and professional desires, and prepare for future responsibilities.Annually (and continuously) review benefits options available to maximize our ability to provide the best competitive benefits with the best value proposition.Maintain recruiting records to monitor compliance with the company&apos;s Affirmative Action Plan.Maintain and update (as needed) all of Company required Affirmative Action Plans.Review position salaries and pay grades annually, and adjust as needed. Update job descriptions on an annual or as needed basis.Employee Relations: Lead and direct Company&apos;s managers in creating and maintaining a work environment that fosters productive employee behaviors and attitudes.Author, communicate verbally and in writing, and assure consistent compliance withCompany&apos;s policies that prohibit harassment, hostile work environment, abuse, or injury in the workplace. Ensure continued professional/job development of staff by conducting a minimum of (4) quarterly performance feedback and development objectives status meetings with team members annually.Share information on current/future projects, organizations objectives, goals, etc. Prepare agenda of discussion topics and copy manager. Communicate performance summaries with owners. Schedule staff resources; delegate, direct, and coordinate team/individual activities to complete tasks/projects and achieve objectives while utilizing internal and external resources effectively. Educate managers and ensure compliance with Company&apos;s policy and practices; Federal and State employment laws including AA/EEO equal opportunity policies and procedures. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.The requirements listed are representative of the education and experience required.Bachelorâs degree in human resources management, business administration or related field, or equivalent experience.Masterâs degree preferred. Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. The physical demands 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 those individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.This position works in a typical office environment.Must be able to sit for long periods of time (2-3 hours at a time) working on a computer and on the telephone.Some travel will be required to meet with employees at project sites.The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.This position functions in a typical office environment.Must be able to sit for long periods of time, but also able to go to project sites and to other areas of the office to meet with employees, and attend company and committee meetings as required.Fluency in English is required.Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ~~~~~ EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
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                        <title><![CDATA[General Manager/COO at Employers Association, (USA-MN-Plymouth)]]></title>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 13:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Vice President/General Manager:This company has a reputation for innovative linear motion products that is earned daily through the efforts of our Engineering, Operation, and Sales associates. Applications range from bottle capping to spot welding and packaging to material handling.The company designs, manufactures, and markets automation components in three different technologies: rodless cylindersâ band cylinders, linear slides, cable cylinders and magnetically coupled cylinders/slidesâ and rod cylinder slides. Linear actuators (rod and rodless style), DC servo motors and controls. Products for high-production spot welding applications, including servo linear actuators, drives/controls and feedback.From application problem solving to five-day delivery, the companyâs business system is designed to take care of customers. With a strong worldwide sales and distribution network, customers get their products when and where they need them. For over fifty years, this company has partnered with customers to solve automation application challenges. They are geared to handle unique requestsâfrom their Model Shop (for first-piece prototype) all the way through their ISO 9001:2000 certified manufacturing plant. They are financially and strategically focused on helping customers address growing competitive pressures: big enough to get the job done, small enough to care. To lead and direct all aspects of the Companyâs activities to ensure, over a long term of operations, the realization of maximum profits - compatible with the best interests of the Owner, customers, and employees - and to ensure the security and growth of invested capital. Works to ensure that Company growth stays above an inflationary level.Responsibilities include financial and long range planning; the supervision of key management employees; business growth and development and continuous improvement; sales and marketing; human resources management; legal compliance; and other executive and administrative functions and activities.:Actively works with the CFO/COO to learn the business in order to ensure the CFO/COOâs smooth transition out of the Company while building the appropriate trust/confidence with the Owner.Provides leadership and direction over all Company operations, including but not limited to, the design, production, promotion, and sales of its products and services.Develops and implements or supervises the development and implementation of meaningful short and long range goals and policy guidelines relating to assigned responsibilities and in other significant areas which will contribute to the growth and profitability of the Company.Participates with subordinate managers in establishing specific goals for their assigned areas which will support the overall goals and objectives of the Company.Develops and implements or supervises the development and implementation of effective plans, strategies, and programs as required to attain established goals and objectives.Ensures that approved plans and programs are properly implemented through involvement with and complete communication to subordinate managers. Renders advice, assistance, and guidance as appropriate.Continually monitors progress in relation to planned goals and takes appropriate corrective action, as necessary, to obtain the desired result.Establishes and maintains a work climate and organizational structure that will lead to high levels of performance throughout all entities of the Company.Selects immediate subordinates and clearly delegates accountabilities.Clarifies lines of authority and promotes a cooperative âteamâ spirit throughout the organization.Plans for organizational changes, as appropriate and necessary, to balance with future operational/business trends.Conducts performance appraisals and identifies/communicates plans for individual employee improvement.Communicates âpay for performanceâ increases and other salary information to employees as appropriate.Keeps employees informed of significant developments and changes and fulfills any other responsibilities to ensure that effective and open lines of communication are established and maintained throughout the organization. Develops and maintains superior employee relations programs to ensure that operations continue in an environment where management can deal directly with employees without the intervention or involvement of a third party.Ensures that all employees receive regular and meaningful training in order to perform their work effectively.Coordinates the activities of all units of the Company.In particular, ensures that the operating departments receive adequate functional advice, assistance, and service from staff departments.Provides basic direction and executive perspective to company team-focused, continuous improvementeffort and its process-driven components aimed at improving quality, productivity, methods, costs and other key measures directly related to the companyâs vision and strategic direction, its âcommitment to excellenceâ in meeting the needs of its customers, and its fundamental objective of continuously improving its operations.Periodically visits the Distributors and personally works to maintain and improve our business relationship with them.Ensures adequate contact is given to each Distributor per business need through the appropriate lines of communication.Coordinates the development of short and long-range marketing and sales objectives as to volume, market position, and profit.Monitors the development and results of marketing and sales strategies and programs.Coordinates the control of Company finances with the CFO/COO.Maintains effective financial relationships with accountants, bankers, and others in the financial community.Reviews and evaluates reports and recommendations concerning key operating or policy matters and provides appropriate direction and/or control.Ensures that compensation and other human resources programs are progressive and equitable, as needed, to enable the Company to hire and retain properly qualified and competent employees.Recognizes personal responsibility for and continuously strives to meet all of the employee and leadership expectations required in company&apos;s team-oriented working environment.Sets an example of personal integrity and ethical business practices which will provide a standard of conduct for all Company personnel.Fosters pride in the Company and its achievements and encourages suggestions for continuous improvement.Performs related work as apparent or assigned.:Bachelorâs degree or equivalent in engineering, management, business administration, or a related field.At least 10 years of combined management experience in a related business environment - preferably in a âteam-orientedâ operating environment.Strong knowledge of all job operations and functions.Demonstrated ability to think and plan on the strategic level.Strong leadership and sound decision making qualities.Ability to effectively lead and influence others in a confident, positive, and results-oriented manner.Willingness to travel at least 30% of the time.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of Company personnel, distributors, customers, suppliers, members of the financial community, and others.:Thorough knowledge of company - its purpose, objectives, and operations.Ability to establish meaningful goals and policy guidelines to ensure the long term growth and profit of the organization.Thorough knowledge of the objectives, and specific knowledge of the major goals, policies, plans, and programs within each entity of the Company.Extensive knowledge of Company products and their markets.Strong knowledge of manufacturing, engineering, and quality assurance methods and procedures.Knowledge of ever-changing competitive conditions in the marketplace.Ability to effectively lead, guide, and develop subordinates in order to ensure high levels of performance throughout the organization (ability to âgrowâ a competent staff).Ability to objectively and fairly measure the performance of subordinates and to take appropriate corrective action as indicated.Ability to understand and effectively relate to employees at all levels.Ability to establish cooperation and âteamworkâ through prompt and effective communications.Maintains and enthusiastically portrays an optimum level of conscientiousness for the growth and profit of the company. :1 exempt Director of Product Development1 exempt Director of Manufacturing1 exempt Director of Engineering1 exempt Director of Sales1 exempt Marketing Manager1 exempt Human Resources Manager1 exempt Controller1 exempt Business Development ManagerIndirect Supervision through the foregoing over 40-45 exempt employees and 80-85 non-exempt employees. For consideration, send a confidential Word formatted resume and salary history to:
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ~~~~~ EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION, INC.
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                        <title><![CDATA[Production Manager at Employers Association, (USA-MN-Plymouth)]]></title>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 2 Dec 2008 13:31:58 GMT</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[A full-line bakery supply distribution company.
In addition to bakery supplies, the company also distributes the latest in licensed cake decoration products.
Located in Anoka, MN we distribute products throughout North America. The firm 
is a growing and fast paced company focusing on innovation, product quality and customer service.
Production Manager Job Summary
The Production Manager position is responsible for leading all efforts related to production and inventory control.
This responsibility includes ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in kit assembly as well as accuracy with inventory control.
Production Manager responsibilities include:
Schedule, deploy, monitor and adjust production activity over two shifts per day
Identify work standard variance and implement improvements.
Empower and communicate to employees to ensure high productivity with focus on continuous improvement.
Implement accurate and efficient material handling and flow to include lot-control and FIFO rotation.
Coordinate product issue resolution with Q.A., material handlers and Purchasing.
Manage and monitor employees to achieve minimum overtime usage and maximum productivity levels.
Foster a work climate of productivity, professional communication and teamwork.
Production Manager education, skill and experience will include:
BA Degree or related experience.
Must possess strong leadership and supervisory skills.
3 â 5 years of production management experience.
Experience managing diverse workforce of 20 + employees on 2 shifts consisting of Full Time, Part Time and Temporary employees.
Experience in continuous improvement methodology; including LEAN.
Ability to conduct performance management.
Productive team worker.
Attention to detail.
Adaptive and flexible to change.
Proficient computer skills to include production/warehouse specific software .
Mechanical aptitude a must.
Send Word formatted resuem and salary history to:
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                        <title><![CDATA[RBI Verification Coordinator at Employers Association, (USA-MN-Ham Lake)]]></title>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:17:26 GMT</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ~~~~~ EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION  INC  RBI Verification Coordinator Location  Employers Association Internal Jobs Job Code  08 23 # of openings  1 Description RBI Coordinator Job # 08 23 Are you looking for part time work and flexibility? Do you have experience with background checks? If yes  Employers Association  EA  has an opportunity for you! Employers Association  Inc  is seeking experienced professionals in reference and background investigations who are interested in working with our Association Members  Responsibilities include c onducting reference interviews  confirming employment history  and requesting criminal history in a manner that ensures the collection of accurate job related information and complies with established Department guidelines  EA is a not for profit  member driven  full service HR consulting and training firm  Candidates can expect great skills development opportunities  flexible schedules working  10 hours per week and a professional environment that supports work life balance  If you have experience with reference and background checking  a strong client service orientation  and are interested in working within a flexible schedule  please apply today on line at www employersinc com under the âAbout Usâ tab in Career Opportunities! EEO Previous Applicants  Email  Password  If you do not remember your password   Ã Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã For information about Employers Association  contact us at  763  253 9100 or 1 888 242 1359 or info employersinc com Copyright Ã ÃÂ© 1996   2005 Employers Association  All rights reserved ]]></description>
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                        <title><![CDATA[General Manager/COO at Employers Association, (USA-MN-Ham Lake)]]></title>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 19:17:22 GMT</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ~~~~~ EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION  INC  General Manager COO Location  Client Company Jobs Twin Cities Metro Job Code  2008 SS 13 # of openings  1 Description Vice President General Manager  This company has a reputation for innovative linear motion products that is earned daily through the efforts of our Engineering  Operation  and Sales associates  Applications range from bottle capping to spot welding and packaging to material handling  The company designs  manufactures  and markets automation components in three different technologies  Pneumatic products  rodless cylindersâ band cylinders  linear slides  cable cylinders and magnetically coupled cylinders slidesâ and rod cylinder slides  Electric motion products  Linear actuators  rod and rodless style   DC servo motors and controls  Products for high production spot welding applications  including servo linear actuators  drives controls and feedback  Power Transmission products  innovative right angle gear boxes  disc cone clutches  industrial and mobile  off highway  caliper brakes  Legendary Customer Service From application problem solving to five day delivery  the companyâs business system is designed to take care of customers  With a strong worldwide sales and distribution network  customers get their products when and where they need them  Custom Solutions Standard For over fifty years  this company has partnered with customers to solve automation application challenges  They are geared to handle unique requestsâfrom their Model Shop  for first piece prototype  all the way through their ISO 9001 2000 certified manufacturing plant  They are financially and strategically focused on helping customers address growing competitive pressures  big enough to get the job done  small enough to care  PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION  To lead and direct all aspects of the Companyâs activities to ensure  over a long term of operations  the realization of maximum profits   compatible with the best interests of the Owner  customers  and employees   and to ensure the security and growth of invested capital  Works to ensure that Company growth stays above an inflationary level  Responsibilities include financial and long range planning  the supervision of key management employees  business growth and development and continuous improvement  sales and marketing  human resources management  legal compliance  and other executive and administrative functions and activities  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS   1  Actively works with the CFO COO to learn the business in order to ensure the CFO COOâs smooth transition out of the Company while building the appropriate trust confidence with the Owner  2  Provides leadership and direction over all Company operations  including but not limited to  the design  production  promotion  and sales of its products and services  3  Develops and implements or supervises the development and implementation of meaningful short and long range goals and policy guidelines relating to assigned responsibilities and in other significant areas which will contribute to the growth and profitability of the Company  4  Participates with subordinate managers in establishing specific goals for their assigned areas which will support the overall goals and objectives of the Company  5  Develops and implements or supervises the development and implementation of effective plans  strategies  and programs as required to attain established goals and objectives  6  Ensures that approved plans and programs are properly implemented through involvement with and complete communication to subordinate managers  Renders advice  assistance  and guidance as appropriate  7  Continually monitors progress in relation to planned goals and takes appropriate corrective action  as necessary  to obtain the desired result  8  Establishes and maintains a work climate and organizational structure that will lead to high levels of performance throughout all entities of the Company  Selects immediate subordinates and clearly delegates accountabilities  Clarifies lines of authority and promotes a cooperative âteamâ spirit throughout the organization  Plans for organizational changes  as appropriate and necessary  to balance with future operational business trends  9  Conducts performance appraisals and identifies communicates plans for individual employee improvement  Communicates âpay for performanceâ increases and other salary information to employees as appropriate  10  Keeps employees informed of significant developments and changes and fulfills any other responsibilities to ensure that effective and open lines of communication are established and maintained throughout the organization  11  Develops and maintains superior employee relations programs to ensure that operations continue in an environment where management can deal directly with employees without the intervention or involvement of a third party  12  Ensures that all employees receive regular and meaningful training in order to perform their work effectively  13  Coordinates the activities of all units of the Company  In particular  ensures that the operating departments receive adequate functional advice  assistance  and service from staff departments  14  Provides basic direction and executive perspective to company team focused  continuous improvement effort and its process driven components aimed at improving quality  productivity  methods  costs and other key measures directly related to the companyâs vision and strategic direction  its âcommitment to excellenceâ in meeting the needs of its customers  and its fundamental objective of continuously improving its operations  15  Periodically visits the Distributors and personally works to maintain and improve our business relationship with them  Ensures adequate contact is given to each Distributor per business need through the appropriate lines of communication  16  Coordinates the development of short and long range marketing and sales objectives as to volume  market position  and profit  Monitors the development and results of marketing and sales strategies and programs  17  Coordinates the control of Company finances with the CFO COO  Maintains effective financial relationships with accountants  bankers  and others in the financial community  18  Reviews and evaluates reports and recommendations concerning key operating or policy matters and provides appropriate direction and or control  19  Ensures that compensation and other human resources programs are progressive and equitable  as needed  to enable the Company to hire and retain properly qualified and competent employees  20  Recognizes personal responsibility for and continuously strives to meet all of the employee and leadership expectations required in company s team oriented working environment  21  Sets an example of personal integrity and ethical business practices which will provide a standard of conduct for all Company personnel  22  Fosters pride in the Company and its achievements and encourages suggestions for continuous improvement  23  Performs related work as apparent or assigned  QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENTRY   Â· Bachelorâs degree or equivalent in engineering  management  business administration  or a related field  Â· At least 10 years of combined management experience in a related business environment   preferably in a âteam orientedâ operating environment  Â· Strong knowledge of all job operations and functions  Â· Demonstrated ability to think and plan on the strategic level  Â· Strong leadership and sound decision making qualities  Ability to effectively lead and influence others in a confident  positive  and results oriented manner  Â· Willingness to travel at least 30% of the time  Â· Ability to communicate effectively  both verbally and in writing  with a wide variety of Company personnel  distributors  customers  suppliers  members of the financial community  and others  REQUIREMENTS FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE   Â· Thorough knowledge of company   its purpose  objectives  and operations  Â· Ability to establish meaningful goals and policy guidelines to ensure the long term growth and profit of the organization  Â· Thorough knowledge of the objectives  and specific knowledge of the major goals  policies  plans  and programs within each entity of the Company  Â· Extensive knowledge of Company products and their markets  Â· Strong knowledge of manufacturing  engineering  and quality assurance methods and procedures  Â· Knowledge of ever changing competitive conditions in the marketplace  Â· Ability to effectively lead  guide  and develop subordinates in order to ensure high levels of performance throughout the organization  ability to âgrowâ a competent staff   Â· Ability to objectively and fairly measure the performance of subordinates and to take appropriate corrective action as indicated  Â· Ability to understand and effectively relate to employees at all levels  Â· Ability to establish cooperation and âteamworkâ through prompt and effective communications  Â· Maintains and enthusiastically portrays an optimum level of conscientiousness for the growth and profit of the company  SUPERVISION OF OTHERS   1 exempt Director of Product Development 1 exempt Director of Manufacturing 1 exempt Director of Engineering 1 exempt Director of Sales 1 exempt Marketing Manager 1 exempt Human Resources Manager 1 exempt Controller 1 exempt Business Development Manager Indirect Supervision through the foregoing over 40 45 exempt employees and 80 85 non exempt employees  For consideration  send a confidential Word formatted resume and salary history to  Steve Jewell Staffing Solutions stevej employersinc com Employers Association  Inc  9805 45th Avenue North Plymouth  MN 55442 Phone  763 253 9113 www employersinc com Let s get connected  http   www linkedin com in stevejewell2resume    View Steve Jewell s profile on LinkedIn  EA  Where great people and jobs meet Previous Applicants  Email  Password  If you do not remember your password   Ã Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã For information about Employers Association  contact us at  763  253 9100 or 1 888 242 1359 or info employersinc com Copyright Ã ÃÂ© 1996   2005 Employers Association  All rights reserved ]]></description>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Human Resource Manager at Employers Association, (USA-MN-Ham Lake)]]></title>
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                        <description><![CDATA[CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ~~~~~ EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION  INC  Human Resource Manager Location  Client Company Jobs Twin Cities Metro Job Code  2008SS 14 # of openings  1 Description Human Resource Manager   75 status   30 hours a week  Oversee the successful operation and delivery of Company s Human Resource Management  HRM  services and functions  This includes management of human resource staff  application of professional expertise  and maintenance of both internal external client relations  ESSENTIAL DUTIES   RESPONSIBILITIES Professional Expertise   Directly responsible for providing oversight  overall planning  organization  delivery of services  This includes forecasting  setting objectives  anticipating changes  securing and budgeting resources  structuring tasks  establishing priorities and timelines  and preparing for future opportunities  Recruiting and Selection  Lead staffing and selection program to ensure  Â· Appropriate selection and hiring of staff Â· Facilitate orientation and induction into the Company  including proper completion of paperwork and follow up with new hire resources and training needs Â· Effectively communicate and measure an understanding of the Company s employee handbook policies and benefits Â· Review and discussion ofthe Company s employee benefits â medical  dental  life   AD D  LTD   STD   flexible spending  401 k  plan and HSA Â· Organization staffing needs are effectively and economically met  Â· Performance expectations and staff qualifications are clearly articulated and communicated  Â· A variety of recruiting sources are utilized to provide a large  diverse pool of qualified candidates  Â· Fully qualified  competent  best fit candidates are placed in positions  Â· Practices are in compliance with applicable federal  state  and municipal requirements Health   Safety and Workers Compensation Support  Â· Maintain and produce an annual summary of work related injuries and illnesses  OSHA 300A  form  Â· Manage workers compensation claims  Work directly with the CFO  Health   Safety Manager and the affected employee to resolve paperwork and any issues that may arise and are associated with claims  Employment HR Policy and Procedure  Oversee and assure organization compliance with Company HR policy and Federal state employment laws and regulations  Â· Educate and coach managers to ensure compliance with Company policy and practices  Federal and State employment laws including AA EEO equal opportunity policies and procedures  Â· Write and implement policy and procedure  review and update policy as required by law and organization needs  Â· Respond to and manage employment related legal matters such as administrative compliance audits and noncompliance claims  Organization Development and Performance Management  Design  implement and facilitate training and development practices that achieve increased organizational effectiveness  including increased productivity and efficiency  Â· Support achievement of human resource related strategic management objectives  Â· Create and or help identify learning development opportunities where employees can excel relative to their ambitions and professional desires  and prepare for future responsibilities  Â· Provide tools for managers that facilitate the communication of clear performance and qualification expectations to employees  Employee Benefits  Lead and facilitate delivery of employee benefits that meet employee needs and fit business objectives  Â· Annually  and continuously  review benefits options available to maximize our ability to provide the best competitive benefits with the best value proposition  Â· Direct and oversee annual employee benefit open enrollment to ensure accuracy and timeliness of coverage  Â· Maintain relationships with benefit brokers and vendors to stay abreast of enhancements  and regulatory changes and any service related issues  Equal Employment Opportunity Affirmative Action Compliance  Develop  implement and oversee Affirmative Action Program to ensure compliance with written objectives  Â· Maintain recruiting records to monitor compliance with the company s Affirmative Action Plan  Maintain and update  as needed  all of Company required Affirmative Action Plans  Â· Annually produce VETS 100  EE0 1  or any other required federal  state  municipal or contract required report  Â· Quarterly  produce compliance report for City of Minneapolis and Minnesota Department of Human Rights Compensation Plan  Design a plan consistent with Company s pay philosophy to reward and recognize stellar performance  Â· Identify total compensation that is competitive with the market  Â· Review position salaries and pay grades annually  and adjust as needed  Update job descriptions on an annual or as needed basis  Â· Assure Team Leads are educated in compensation practices and can recommend changes in employee compensation  Â· Provide oversight and assist in design of incentive compensation programs Employee Relations  Lead and direct Company s managers in creating and maintaining a work environment that fosters productive employee behaviors and attitudes  Author  communicate verbally and in writing  and assure consistent compliance with Company s policies that prohibit harassment  hostile work environment  abuse  or injury in the workplace  3  Solicit feedback from employees who terminate employment   note trends  share feedback and work with managers to address feedback  lessons learned  4  Hire the right people â people who create havoc in the workplace need to be dealt with by their manager with HRâs consultation 5  Coach and consult with management when employees are affecting morale  performance  personal development and overall employee satisfaction  help determine root causes and recommend appropriate steps to correct issues or concerns  6  Manage employee recognition programs  celebrations  tenure and various formal or casual social events  People Management  Manage the human resource staff in a manner which maximizes individual team capability and productivity  Ensure continued professional job development of staff by conducting a minimum of  4  quarterly performance feedback and development objectives status meetings with team members annually  Share information on current future projects  organizations objectives  goals  etc  Prepare agenda of discussion topics and copy manager  Communicate performance summaries with owners  Schedule staff resources  delegate  direct  and coordinate team individual activities to complete tasks projects and achieve objectives while utilizing internal and external resources effectively  Recommend salary adjustments  transfers  promotions and dismissals  Communicate staff performance summaries and compensation recommendations with owners on annual basis  Educate managers and ensure compliance with Company s policy and practices  Federal and State employment laws including AA EEO equal opportunity policies and procedures  EDUCATION   EXPERIENCE  To perform this job successfully  an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily  The requirements listed are representative of the education and experience required  Bachelorâs degree in human resources management  business administration or related field  or equivalent experience  Masterâs degree preferred  Senior Professional in Human Resources  SPHR  certification preferred  Minimum of 5 years progressive  broad HRM experience  KNOWLEDGE  SKILLS   ABILITIES  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge  skills and abilities required to perform this job  Principles and procedures for personnel recruitment and retention  selection  training  compensation and benefits and personnel information systems  Business and management principles involved in strategic planning  resource allocation  human resources modeling  leadership technique  production methods  and coordination of people and resources  Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words  rules of composition  and grammar  Employment laws  legal codes  court procedures  precedents  government regulations  executive orders  and agency rules  Human resources program development to attract  reward and retain employees  Motivating  developing  and directing people as they work  identifying the best people for the job  Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience  Communicating verbally to others to convey information effectively  Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents  Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions  conclusions or approaches to problems  Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions  operations  and the environment will affect outcomes  Shift back and forth  multi task  between two or more activities or sources of information  13  Proficient in MS Office Suite  Word  Excel  PowerPoint    Outlook   PHYSICAL DEMANDS  The physical demands 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 those individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job  This position works in a typical office environment  Must be able to sit for long periods of time  2 3 hours at a time  working on a computer and on the telephone  Some travel will be required to meet with employees at project sites  WORKING ENVIRONMENT  The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable those individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job  This position functions in a typical office environment  Must be able to sit for long periods of time  but also able to go to project sites and to other areas of the office to meet with employees  and attend company and committee meetings as required  Fluency in English is required  Must be able to work effectively in a fast paced  dynamic environment  Send confidential salary history and Word version resume to  Steve Jewell Staffing Solutions stevej employersinc com Employers Association  Inc  9805 45th Avenue North Plymouth  MN 55442 Phone  763 253 9113 www employersinc com Let s get connected  http   www linkedin com in stevejewell2resume    View Steve Jewell s profile on LinkedIn  EA  Where great people and jobs meet Previous Applicants  Email  Password  If you do not remember your password   Ã Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã For information about Employers Association  contact us at  763  253 9100 or 1 888 242 1359 or info employersinc com Copyright Ã ÃÂ© 1996   2005 Employers Association  All rights 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                        <title><![CDATA[Production Manager at Employers Association, (USA-MN-Ham Lake)]]></title>
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                        <description><![CDATA[CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ~~~~~ EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION  INC  Production Manager Location  Client Company Jobs Twin Cities Metro Job Code  2008SS 11 # of openings  1 Description Company Summary A full line bakery supply distribution company  In addition to bakery supplies  the company also distributes the latest in licensed cake decoration products  Located in Anoka   MN we distribute products throughout North America   The firm is a growing and fast paced company focusing on innovation  product quality and customer service  Production Manager Job Summary The Production Manager position is responsible for leading all efforts related to production and inventory control  This responsibility includes ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in kit assembly as well as accuracy with inventory control  Production Manager responsibilities include    Schedule  deploy  monitor and adjust production activity over two shifts per day   Identify work standard variance and implement improvements    Empower and communicate to employees to ensure high productivity with focus on continuous improvement    Implement accurate and efficient material handling and flow to include lot control and FIFO rotation    Coordinate product issue resolution with Q A   material handlers and Purchasing    Manage and monitor employees to achieve minimum overtime usage and maximum productivity levels    Foster a work climate of productivity  professional communication and teamwork  Production Manager education  skill and experience will include    BA Degree or related experience    Must possess strong leadership and supervisory skills    3 â 5 years of production management experience    Experience managing diverse workforce of 20 + employees on 2 shifts consisting of Full Time  Part Time and Temporary employees    Experience in continuous improvement methodology  including LEAN    Ability to conduct performance management    Productive team worker    Attention to detail    Adaptive and flexible to change    Proficient computer skills to include production warehouse specific software     Mechanical aptitude a must  Send Word formatted resuem and salary history to  Steve Jewell Staffing Solutions stevej employersinc com Employers Association  Inc  9805 45th Avenue North Plymouth  MN 55442 Phone  763 253 9113 www employersinc com Let s get connected  http   www linkedin com in stevejewell2resume    View Steve Jewell s profile on LinkedIn  EA  Where great people and jobs meet Previous Applicants  Email  Password  If you do not remember your password   Ã Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã For information about Employers Association  contact us at  763  253 9100 or 1 888 242 1359 or info employersinc com Copyright Ã ÃÂ© 1996   2005 Employers Association  All rights reserved ]]></description>
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                        <title><![CDATA[Production Manager at Employers Association, (USA-MN-Plymouth)]]></title>
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                        <description><![CDATA[Employers Association  EA Job OpportunitiesCAREER OPPORTUNITIES ~~~~~ EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATION  INC Production ManagerLocation Client Company Jobs Twin Cities MetroJob Code 2008SS 11# of openings 1Description Company Summary A full line bakery supply distribution company  In addition to bakery supplies  the company also distributes the latest in licensed cake decoration products  Located in Anoka  MN we distribute products throughout North America  The firm is a growing and fast paced company focusing on innovation  product quality and customer service  Production Manager Job Summary The Production Manager position is responsible for leading all efforts related to production and inventory control  This responsibility includes ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in kit assembly as well as accuracy with inventory control  Production Manager responsibilities include    Schedule  deploy  monitor and adjust production activity over two shifts per day  Identify work standard variance and implement improvements   Empower and communicate to employees to ensure high productivity with focus on continuous improvement   Implement accurate and efficient material handling and flow to include lot control and FIFO rotation   Coordinate product issue resolution with Q A   material handlers and Purchasing   Manage and monitor employees to achieve minimum overtime usage and maximum productivity levels   Foster a work climate of productivity  professional communication and teamwork  Production Manager education  skill and experience will include   BA Degree or related experience   Must possess strong leadership and supervisory skills   3 â 5 years of production management experience   Experience managing diverse workforce of 20 + employees on 2 shifts consisting of Full Time  Part Time and Temporary employees   Experience in continuous improvement methodology  including LEAN   Ability to conduct performance management   Productive team worker   Attention to detail   Adaptive and flexible to change   Proficient computer skills to include production warehouse specific software    Mechanical aptitude a must  Send Word formatted resuem and salary history to  Staffing SolutionsEmployers Association  Inc 9805 45th Avenue NorthPlymouth  MN 55442Phone  763 253 9113 Let s get connected    View Steve Jewell s profile on LinkedIn  EA  Where great people and jobs meet Previous Applicants Email Password  If you do not remember your password  Ã Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã Ã   Ã For information about Employers Association  contact us at  763  253 9100 or 1 888 242 1359 or info employersinc com Copyright Ã ÃÂ© 1996   2005 Employers Association  All rights reserved ]]></description>
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