About Envision AESC US LLC

Envision AESC is a world-leading battery technology company headquartered in Japan and committed to research, development, design, manufacture and sales of high-power batteries for EVs and energy storage batteries. Envision AESC has 4,000 employees and 10 production plants in Japan, the U.S., the U.K., China and France. For the past 12 years, Envision AESC has produced high-performance, extended range batteries for more than 650,000 electric vehicles in 44 countries, achieving a record of “zero critical battery malfunction.” In June 2021, Envision AESC was again named on the “Global Tier 1 Battery Companies” list by Benchmark, a leading U.K.-based lithium-ion battery supply chain research organization.

Envision AESC invests heavily in next-generation technology to drive innovation and works with its strategic partners to continually push the boundaries of performance, safety and efficiency. Its teams work with strategic partners to continuously improve the company’s global leadership in product development, quality and sustainable processes. Find out more at envision-aesc.com/us

We are currently seeking candidates to fill a Senior Manager, Human Resources role to support our Florence, SC new plant; while this plant is under construction training will occur at our Smyrna, TN facility.

Job Description:

This role works under the general supervision of the US Director of Human Resources to lead all HR activities for Envision AESC forthcoming Florence County, South Carolina plant in the U.S. Provide support, recommendations and coaching to all levels of the organization in the areas Benefits, Compensation, Employee Relations, Recruitment, Talent Management and Safety. Collaborates with various vendors on Human Resources programs and benefits. Manages and implements various HR projects and programs. Provides support to management on special projects.

Specific job function responsibilities include the following:

• Develops and administers various human resources plans and procedures for all company employees.
• Collaborates with global and regional leadership to plan, organize and control activities and strategic direction of the department. Participates in developing department goals and objectives in alignment with corporate objectives.
• Implements and annually updates the compensation program; updates job descriptions as necessary; develops recommendation for merit budget; analyzes compensation trends; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
• Develops, recommends and implements HR-related company policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures;
• Works with the management team on various employee relations issues, including performance management, compliance investigations and corrective action. Conducts investigations as necessary and takes appropriate action(s) based on company policy/practice. Consults with Legal to ensure compliance.
• Identifies talent needs and development gap and provides training/development programs for Envision AESC employees. Implements various facets of the company’s talent management lifecycle, including performance management, succession planning and employee engagement.
• Serves as the Envision AESC benefits administrator and works closely with outside vendors as the key point of contact to the company. Manages all aspects of vendor relationship including contractual compliance, performance standards monitoring and reporting, identification and resolution of trends and issues, implementation of services and management of projects/day-to-day interactions. Works with vendor companies to approve invoices for payment and conducts annual re-evaluation of policies/program for cost-effectiveness.
• Working with Envision AESC’s recruitment partner, provides oversight and management of the overall recruitment efforts for all exempt, non-exempt and contract employees; reviews, approves and assists in writing advertisements; works with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; makes compensation recommendation on job offers.
• Conducts new-employee orientations; monitors career-path program and employee relations counseling; conducts exit interviews.
• Establishes and maintains department records and reports. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars. Maintains organizational charts and employee directory.
• Evaluates reports, decisions and results of department initiatives in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the organization.
• Serves as an advocate to develop the Envision AESC corporate culture, ensuring an environment of positive employee relations while helping to build a positive employer brand.
• Serves as the lead on internal communication for the organization. Working with the AESC leadership team, develops on-going and consistent communications to employees on a variety of operational topics.
• Collaborates with Operations on the administration of the Safety Program.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for this position include:

Job Knowledge and Skill:
Advanced knowledge of federal and state regulations. Broad understanding in various aspects of Human Resources management and administration. Experience in supporting the operations across various levels and functions. Background in supporting a highly technical automotive-related manufacturing environment is highly desired.

Experience:
A minimum of ten years of increasingly responsible Human Resources experience, including at least five years of leading a team of HR professionals.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related discipline preferred. Professional certification (PHR, SPHR, CCP, etc.) is highly desired.

Computer Skills:
Working knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications, or mainframe applications to produce non-standard, creative products. Excellent Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills. Knowledge with ADP’s Workforce Now suite (HRIS, Time & Attendance) preferred.

Travel - Domestic travel required

All of us at Envision AESC – regardless of functional area or expertise – share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products. It is our policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

For more information, visit http://www.envision-aesc.com

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Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.