Human Resource Manager
Aleris (Formerly Commonwealth Aluminum) - Lewisport, KY Operations
This is a full-time, exempt role that reports directly to the General Manager, Kentucky Operations.
Purpose of the role
To lead, coordinate, administer, evaluate, provide daily support and manage all human resources
functions, policies, programs and practices within the Lewisport facility while adhering to all policies
and guidelines of Aleris International, pertinent government regulations and the current Labor
Agreement.
Accountabilities
Develop and nurture constructive working relations with the United Steelworkers of America.
Supervise, develop and lead a skilled Human Resources team with providing overall HR leadership and
guidance for approximately 900 employees in the areas of recruitment, retention, benefits, pay, safety,
security, training, EEOC, worker’s compensation, unemployment, relocation and medical programs.
Collaborate, consult and support internal and external legal counsel in matters of company litigation,
arbitration, negotiation, and compliance specific to Lewisport.
Collaborate with Corporate Human Resources Team on issues related to HRIS, recruitment,
employment, payroll, records, administration, performance management, etc. Collaborate and consult
with other site HR Managers on issues of common interest and concern.
Identify, evaluate and resolve human relation and work performance problems, providing functional
guidance, counseling and coaching to all Lewisport management.
Evaluate human relations climate and meet with General Manager, Kentucky Operations and other
management employees to determine effective remediation techniques or discipline required to resolve
issues adversely affecting morale and/or productivity.
Review, design, interpret, administer and make recommendations to General Manager, Kentucky
Operations for any improvements to HR policies, procedures and practices; effectively communicate
appropriate changes to all employees and ensure compliance.
Recommend, evaluate and manage staff development programs, including the Aleris Impact
Management (AIM) performance appraisal system.
Serve as consultant to General Manger, Kentucky Operations on matters of security, training and
development, labor climate, existing systems, the Labor Agreement and employment, safety and security
regulations.
Maintain knowledge of HRIS systems and provide necessary monthly reports.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, preferably in Business or HR Management,
OR 7-10 years of experiences as a supervisor or manager in public or private
Education
human resources experience required; PHR/ SPHR certification desirable.
and
Experience
Previous experience in a union manufacturing industry is preferred.
Knowledge
and Skills
Leadership
Managing
Complexity
Decision
Making
Analytical
Thinking
Influence
Must have excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Extensive knowledge of all labor laws and federal and state laws relating to
employment and the full spectrum of HR concepts, practices and procedures
required.
Lead team members through clear task assignment.
Provide feedback and development opportunities for subordinates.
Model desired behaviors.
Be calm and authoritative under pressure.
Ability to set, stabilize and mode a trusting, cooperative and safe environment
while working towards the completion of specified goals and objectives.
Achieve results, relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish
goals.
Manage multiple tasks and objectives.
Manage the technical and social issues associated with change.
Perform a variety of complicated tasks.
Must be able to consider the situation, identify alternative pathways to reach
positive outcome, and be ready to change pathway if necessary.
Bring together the appropriate people and information to make timely, effective
decisions.
Ability to assess situation or issue quickly, seek input, identify and analyze
alternative solutions and reach most beneficial conclusion for all concerned
parties.
Prioritize effectively.
Solve problems while exhibiting sound and independent judgment.
Use a systematic approach in solving problems through analysis and evaluation of
alternatives.
Able to sue math, logic, date and other analysis tools to man operations, assign
tasks and provide resources to meet specific quality outputs of HR, other
departments and the labor negotiations.
Ability to:
partner with supervisors and managers and gain credibility with management
and labor union staff.
present information clearly and persuasively.
challenge current paradigms.
provide constructive feedback.
Aleris International, Inc. is a global leader in aluminum rolled products and extrusions, aluminum
recycling and specification alloy production.
Headquartered in Beachwood, Ohio, a suburb of Cleveland, the Company operates over 40 production
facilities in North America, Europe, South America and Asia, and employs approximately 8,400
employees. For more information about Aleris, please visit our Web site at www.aleris.com .
Qualified candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to:
Terri Vorbrink
HR Manager, Louisville
Aleris Rolled Products
1700 Eastpoint Parkway, Suite 200
Louisville, KY 40223
Aleris offers competitive compensation and benefits.
EOE/AA M/F/H/V and Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply