5+ years of HR experience, particularly in employee relations
Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Administration or similar, or equivalent experience
PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred
In-depth knowledge of employment laws and OSHA safety practices
Proven background in investigations, compliance, and HR operations
Responsibilities
Manage employee relations issues including investigations and documentation
Lead and coach a small team of HR professionals
Support recruitment efforts and facilitate new hire onboarding
Ensure compliance with employment laws and update employee handbook
Oversee employee benefits administration and open enrollment processes
Manage the performance review process and development programs
Implement HR policies and oversee documentation and procedures
Drive HR strategic initiatives and projects
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Paid Time Off, increasing with tenure
Generous employee discounts on home furnishings
Opportunities for professional development
Tuition assistance for ongoing education
Access to location-specific wellness centers
401(k) plan with profit sharing
Life insurance coverage
Full Job Description
Summary: You will be responsible for the HR needs of the supported business units and the implementation of best practices to support the achievement of corporate business objectives. You will get to dive into the heart of HR and assist with employee and labor relations, performance management, policy implementation, coaching and mentoring, and onboarding. Our HR Managers are always out interacting with our employees and business partners.
Responsibilities:
The position handles a broad range of HR activities, including but not limited to:
Management/Leadership - Manage, delegate and coach a small team of HR Coordinators and HR Generalists
Recruitment & Onboarding - Supporting talent acquisition and new hire integration; including creating job requisitions
HR Compliance - Ensuring adherence to employment laws and company policies, including creating and updating the employee handbook
Benefits Administration - Managing and assisting with employee benefits programs; including open enrollment and new plan integrations
Performance Management - Managing the performance review process and employee/leadership development programs
Policy Implementation - Administering and communicating HR policies and procedures; including oversight of SOP's, JSA's, and other related documents
HR Projects - Creating strategic HR initiatives and projects
Qualifications:
5+ years of Human Resources experience, including employee relations
Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent work experience
PHR or SHRM-CP preferred
Knowledge in State and Federal employment laws, basic OSHA safety practices and procedures and employee relations principles
Experience in employee relations, investigations, compliance and operations is a must
Work Environment:
Office Setting
Benefits We Offer:
Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off; increases with years of service
Generous Employee Discount on home furnishings
Professional Development Opportunities
Tuition Assistance
Ashley Wellness Centers (location specific)
401(k) and Profit Sharing
Life Insurance
About Ashley Furniture Industries
Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. is a furniture manufacturing company headquartered in Arcadia, Wisconsin. The company is owned by father and son team Ron and Todd Wanek. Ashley Furniture manufactures and distributes home furniture products throughout the world. The company has manufacturing and distribution facilities in Wisconsin, Mississippi, California, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Florida, China, and Vietnam. Ashley Furniture is the largest furniture manufacturer in the United States and one of the largest in the world. The company's products are sold through a network of over 6,000 retail partners in 123 countries.
