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The Gleason Works Director of Global Human Resources in Rochester, New York
About Gleason
With more than 2,200 employees and 13 manufacturing facilities worldwide, Gleason Corporation is a leader in gear technology. Gleason's product and service offerings include gear and transmission design software, gear manufacturing machines and related accessories, gear metrology equipment and automation systems. Gleason products are used by customers in e-mobility, commercial vehicles, aerospace, agriculture, mining, sustainable energy, construction, power tools, marine and many other industries
Working for Gleason, you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by Gleason and built on tangible accomplishments. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know: We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them. We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth-minded. We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our customers and colleagues. If this sounds like you, we invite you to read on and learn more.
Why work at Gleason?
Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match
Flexible scheduling
Tuition Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
Formal and informal Development opportunities.
General:
Responsibilities include the successful deployment of a comprehensive global HR strategy that supports the growth and profitability of the organization. As a member of the executive staff, plays a key leadership role in identifying and implementing effective strategies regarding human resource issues focusing on continuous improvement opportunities.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Ownership of the Global Talent Management Process, associated metrics (The Talent Management Index – TMI) and Talent Management Reviews. This includes Assessment of Talent, Acquisition of Talent, Development of Talent and Retention of Talent.
Evaluates and improves the compensation system structures and processes at Gleason locations world-wide. This includes Executive Compensation and Corporate Incentive Compensation Plans.
Working with the Director of HR (US), and using previous experience and exposure to benefits programs make recommendations and improvements to existing programs maintaining the company’s competitive position in the labor market, controlling costs and obtaining a uniform benefit plan for all US locations
Develops and implements short and long-term human resource programs and initiatives that are aligned with corporate strategies supporting all global operations.
Works closely with the Chief Executive Officer on a variety of critical topics including being an important source of information/perspective as to employee issues and any countermeasures required.
Provides mentoring and counseling to members of the management team and high potential employees to enhance the effectiveness of the organization.
Learns, supports and leads Global key employee development initiatives including leadership development program and Gleason Business Principles.
Proponent and advocate of the Gleason Global Culture (communication connectiveness)
Key Competencies:
Strategic focus with an ability to drive execution of goals and deliverables.
Will be required to travel (including international) approximately 20% of the time.
Experience with managing global compensation systems and benefits plans
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong project and process management skills, along with financial and analytical acumen.
Strong relationship management skills, including the professional maturity and confidence to work effectively with senior executives.
Tactful, diplomatic, collaborative with internal customers and service providers
Education/Experience/Training:
Bachelor’s Degree, MBA a plus.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in human resources (or field requiring many of the required competencies)
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferable.
Relevant experience outside of Human Resources could be a plus.
Experience working with international locations and cultures desirable.
HR Certifications would be beneficial
The salary range in this posting depends on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary, and this job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors including work schedule, shift premiums, and overtime.
Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
OFFICE ENVIRONMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that would need to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their manager or supervisor.
DISCLAIMER
The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an all inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements or duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.
Job Details
Job Family GWR & GSAC
Job Function Leader - Manages Employees
Pay Type Salary
Education Level Bachelor’s Degree
Hiring Min Rate 161,602 USD
Hiring Max Rate 242,404 USD