[Hiring] HR MANAGER @LESTER ELECTRICAL OF NEBRASKA INC

Role Description

Are you an experienced HR professional who enjoys working with people, building strong relationships, and making a difference in the workplace? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Lester Electrical is looking for an experienced HR leader who builds trust, exercises sound judgment, and follows through to join our team. We're looking for someone who can confidently manage the day-to-day responsibilities of HR while also bringing fresh ideas and looking for ways to strengthen and grow our HR programs and practices.

In this role, you'll work closely with our leadership team, providing guidance and support on employee matters, payroll, benefits, employment practices, and other important HR functions. You'll also have one direct report who assists with HR responsibilities.

We're looking for someone who enjoys being involved, is comfortable working with employees at all levels, and can balance the needs of our employees with the goals of the company. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of the HR function and have a meaningful impact on our organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Management or related field.
• 5-7 years progressive HR experience in a generalist or HR leadership role.
• Experience managing HR functions in a manufacturing, industrial or similarly operational environment preferred.
• HR management or leadership experience required, specifically advising managers and supervisors on employee relations and performance matters.
• Experience with employee benefits, compensation, recruiting, employment law, and HR compliance (FLSA, ADA, FMLA, Title VII, OSHA, PWFA, PUMP Act and immigration).
• Working knowledge of effective safety/health and payroll information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals and groups with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Requirements

• Sound judgment and ability to build trust.
• Experience in managing day-to-day HR responsibilities.
• Ability to bring fresh ideas to strengthen HR programs.
• Comfortable working with employees at all levels.

Benefits

• Employee ownership through ESOP.
• Strong company history with over 60 years in business.
• Opportunity to make a difference in HR programs and onboarding.
• Collaborative work environment in a non-union manufacturing company.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote opportunities.

Company Description

For more than 60 years, Lester Electrical has been designing and manufacturing high-quality industrial battery chargers and electrical solutions. Our products serve customers around the world in industries including electric utilities, railroads, and industrial equipment.

We're proud of our history, the quality of our products, and especially the people who make it all happen. As an employee-owned company, we believe in working together, treating people with respect, and taking pride in what we do.