This is a Human Resources Manager - Manufacturing position located in the Warwick, Rhode Island area. 

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY FROM DAY ONE. This position is part of our Antaya Technologies business unit within Aptiv's Connection Systems segment in Warwick, RI. The Connection Systems (CS) segment of Aptiv is a global business with over 200,000 employees and present in 5 continents. You will have a great challenge in driving distributors and their marketing teams.

Job Summary: The Human Resources Manager (HRM) is responsible for the overall administration of compensation, benefits, performance management, leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.  The HRM coordinates and evaluates the Human Resources (HR) function.

Responsibilities: Partner with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning. Manage the talent acquisition process, which may include recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified job applicants, particularly for managerial, exempt, non-exempt and professional roles; collaborate with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings. Counsel managers on candidate selection; conduct and analyze exit interviews; recommend changes. Administer and maintain employee benefits programs and inform employees of benefits by studying and assessing benefit needs and trends; recommend benefit programs to management; participate in evaluating and negotiating contract bids and awarding benefit contracts; coordinate design and implementation of educational benefit programs. Analyze trends in compensation and benefits; research and propose competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the organization attracts and retains top talent. Provide support and guidance to HR staff, management, and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations. Oversee training and development activities such as new hire orientations, succession planning, conduct training needs assessments; and monitor career path programs. Implement learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees. Participate in developing, recommending, implementing, communicating and upholding company-wide personnel policies and procedures; revise employee handbook as needed. Recommend new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the HR Department and services performed. Oversee employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations. Counsel supervisors and managers on employee relations issues such as mediating disputes and directing disciplinary procedures; conduct workplace investigations and resolve employee complaints as required. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance. Adhere to EMS and IATF 16949 Policies and Procedures. Management Review Team Member. Perform all other related duties as assigned. Ensure compliance with customer specific requirements.

Characteristics & Attributes: Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information. Ability to proficiently use computer programs such as Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work effectively with internal/external personnel. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work to meet time sensitive deadlines.

Required Background: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. Minimum 5+ years of progressive human resources experience. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must demonstrate a high level of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations. Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate. Must be able to read, write, and speak English proficiently. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and/or related software.

Preferred Background: Master's Degree in Human Resource Management. PHR or SHRM-CP Certification is preferred, but not required. Experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred Experience in automotive industry and understanding of IATF 16949 highly desired.

Aptiv Rewards and Advantages: Competitive compensation with bonus potential. Learning and development opportunities. Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers. Recognition for innovation and excellence. Opportunities to give back to the community. Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world. Relocation assistance may be available. Tuition Reimbursement. Paid Time Off (Vacation, Parental leave, etc.).

Aptiv USA Rewards and Advantages: Competitive compensation with bonus potential. Competitive health benefits including 401K match. Learning, professional growth and development in a world recognized international environment. Discount programs with various manufacturers and retailers. Recognition for innovation and excellence. Opportunities to give back to the community. Meaningful work that makes a difference in the world. Tuition Reimbursement. Paid Time-Off (Vacation, Parental Leave etc.).

About Aptiv: Aptiv is a global technology company that develops safe, green and connected solutions which are enabling the future of mobility. The company has over 180,000 employees across 15 technical centers and 126 manufacturing locations in 44 countries and generates over $14B in revenues per year. Aptiv is uniquely positioned to deliver end-to-end smart mobility solutions.  Our name represents knowledge, adaptiveness and drive. It highlights our ability to both envision the future and to bring it to life, making it real through our portfolio of safe, green and connected technologies and deep systems integration expertise.

About Connection Systems: This business unit provides technologies that serve as the nervous system of the vehicle, including the complete design, manufacture and assembly of the vehicle's connection systems. This business unit's products include a vast array of connection systems technologies for the vehicle, including: Housings, Terminals, MePa/Pin-headers, High Voltage Chargers and Interconnects, SRS, High Speed Data solutions, On-Glass connections, Electrical Centers, Media Modules and Wireless Charging products. Our technology provides the critical signal distribution and computing power backbone that supports increased vehicle content and electrification, reduced emissions and higher fuel economy. Some see differences.  We see perspectives that make us stronger. Diversity and Inclusion are sources of innovation and creativity, both of which are essential to Aptiv's success. Everyday our diverse team comes together, drives innovation, pursues solutions, and meets challenges using their unique abilities, perspectives and talents, changing what tomorrow brings. When you join our team, you'll get encouraged to think boldly, express your viewpoint and innovate as a matter of habit.

Some see technology. We see a way to make connections. At Aptiv, we don't just see the world differently; we work to change reality. That means developing technology that rewrites the rules of what's possible in the pursuit of making transportation safer, greener and more connected. Today