Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

A take-ownership, hands-on HR professional, strong on processes, with a keen focus our people and what they do to make our Company great.

A 2022 Best Place to Work in Vermont

LMS is a growing company with a big mission: to deliver best-in-industry fuel measurement & management solutions for aerospace and defense applications. We design, develop, certify, and manufacture electro-mechanical systems and components, each to meet technical requirements unique to the aircraft.  

Our team is committed to product excellence and process integrity. We respond to customers with agility and commitment. LMS works with some of the biggest names in aerospace.

Our culture values the individual, values the team, and values the customer. We provide challenging work in a collaborative environment.

Our Vermont location is close to Burlington and Lake Champlain, with easy access to nearby ski areas, hiking trails, bike paths, river and lake kayaking and other outdoor activities. We are just a 30-minute drive from Burlington International Airport.

JOB DUTIES

The Human Resource (HR) Manager both directs and performs the functions of the Human Resources (HR) department, whose main objectives are to recruit, hire, retain and support staffing that is at adequate levels, possesses adequate skills and knowledge, and demonstrates the character traits and behaviors required for the Company to succeed. The HR Manager is responsible for tactically executing the Company’s strategic objectives.

The HR Manager also creates and maintains employee policies and procedures that ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations, as well as contractual obligations.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Supervision, support and development of HR Staff
• Implementation of plans & initiatives that support Company culture
• Recruiting and hiring; executing a hiring plan based on Leadership strategies & priorities
• Establishing and updating pay scales
• Onboarding and New Employee Orientation
• Developing and maintaining job descriptions; guiding Managers in employee advancement
• Annual performance evaluations
• Employee & Manager support and counseling
• Employee termination & off-boarding
• Administration of payroll & benefits, including required documentation & reporting
• Maintaining and periodically updating the Employee Handbook, and policies & procedures therein
• Overseeing/conducting employee disciplinary actions and investigations
• Developing and managing the department budget
• Developing and maintaining department processes, work instructions and checklists

REQUIREMENTS 

Key Competencies:

• HR management experience
• Knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
• Experience with HR information systems
• Excellent communications skills – written, spoken and listening
• Flexibility; must be able to prioritize
• Excellent organizational skills & attention to detail
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications
• Must have the ability to understand the company’s business, its department interfaces and the nature of individual roles

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• PHR or SPHR Certification or commensurate experience
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Human Resources, at least 2 years in an HR Management role 

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen or permanent resident of the United States.

JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM – NOW IN OUR 9TH YEAR AS A BEST PLACE TO WORK IN VERMONT

LMS offers a great benefits package including health insurance with HRA, life, accident, AD&D, STD, LTD, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off (including paid year-end shut-down), alternate work schedule & flex time, a vacation stipend, tuition reimbursement, wellness stipend, 401(k) with maximum 5% LMS contribution. Read more at https://liquidmeasurement.com/company/careers/