HR Manager

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

J&L is seeking a full-time, on-site, Human Resource Manager who will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day aspects of the company’s HR function, including employee relations, the recruiting, hiring, and onboarding processes, and compliance with employment laws and safety regulations. This is a highly collaborative role, working closely with the Director of HR, branch managers, and other corporate department members to optimize the employee experience at all levels of the organization.

ABOUT US:

J&L Building Materials is a third-generation, family-owned, independent distributor that has been serving professional contractors and builders since 1958. We are committed to providing high quality building materials and a unique level of service that can only be found here. We believe that every structure we play a role in creating is a testament to the lasting relationships we've built and the integrity we uphold. We aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our employees, customers, vendors, and the communities we serve by ensuring that every interaction with J&L Building Materials feels local, personal, and deeply rooted in trust and respect.  

Our mission is to deliver exceptional customer service, where people and relationships take precedence above all else. We are committed to creating a personalized experience while approaching our business thoughtfully, based on our core values of customer-centric excellence, authentic relationships, personal responsibility and accountability, and success through integrity and honesty.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits coverage; employer contribution to Health Savings Account if enrolled in the high-deductible health plan; 401K with 6% employer match after 6 months of employment; profit sharing bonus program; paid time off and paid holidays.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proactively drive the recruiting and hiring process, conducting phone screens and coordinating hiring efforts between all required stakeholders.
• Manage the onboarding process for new employees and rehires.
• Assist with the administration and compliance of all local, state, and federal laws relating to the human resources function. 
• Act as an advisor to branch managers regarding interpretation of the employee handbook and other HR policies. 
• Assist in the administration of the company’s progressive discipline policy, including participation in the disciplinary process up to and including termination cases. 
• Conduct employee investigations and recommend resolutions and/or coordinate employee counseling as required. 
• Conduct exit interviews and provide follow-up and feedback as appropriate. 
• Assist in planning, developing, and providing training and staff development programs, using knowledge of the effectiveness of methods such demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, and workshops. 
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, providing recommendations for improvement. 
• Perform all other duties as assigned. 
   

Qualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Human Resource Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a human resources role in at least two organizations of various sizes.
• Technological proficiency, including familiarity with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to occasionally travel to company branches for meetings with managers, candidates, and employees.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional HR certification, such as PHR or SHRM-CP
• Additional certifications in areas like compensation or training.
• Recent experience with Paycom HR Management Software

Additionally, we request that all candidates complete the Culture Index survey that can be found at the following link: https://go.cultureindex.com/s/bzp8t4ThPR  The survey takes approximately 5-10 minutes and is just one more way for us to get to know you a little better as we move through the recruiting process.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, it is the policy of J&L to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department at hr@jlbuilding.com or 610-981-6036.

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.