Position Title:Director of Human Resources
 
Date Posted: January 18, 2018
 
Job Location: Sun Prairie
 
Company Name: Palmer Johnson Power Systems
 
Contact: Natalie Busse
1835 Haynes Drive
Sun Prairie, Wisconsin 53590
(608) 834-5223
nbusse@pjpower.com
www.pjpower.com
 
Description: Palmer Johnson (PJ) Power Systems has a great opportunity for a talented, enthusiastic, Director of Human Resources.  This position is located in Sun Prairie, WI – just a short commute from anywhere in the Madison area.  We have approximately 115 employees in multiple locations throughout the US. Our people are our greatest asset and we’re committed to providing employees with an atmosphere that fosters and encourages job satisfaction, creativity, and development.  So much so, that we are taking the whole company to Vail, CO in June to celebrate our 40-year anniversary! 
 
Who are we?
Palmer Johnson Power Systems is a dynamic industry leader who is committed to providing superior customer service.  We’re an authorized distributor and service center of heavy-duty off-highway transmissions, axles, and components, representing such vendors as Twin Disc, ZF, Funk, Clark, AxleTech, Wichita, Eaton, Carraro and more.  
 
About the Opportunity
The Human Resources Department is a team of two that oversees all HR functions.  Under the direction of the President, the Director of HR is a hands-on, strategic position that works in the following areas: strategy, employment, training and development, benefits oversight, talent management, recruitment, employee relations, wellness, special projects, etc.  This role will directly manage the HR Generalist and assist in developing standard work and continuous improvements in the HR department to support a lean environment. 
 
How do you know if you are the right fit for this job…if you can answer the following questions “yes!” then we want you to apply!
  • Do you have a positive attitude and like to have fun at work?
  • Do you have a strategic mindset to provide value with HR, as well as other areas of the business? 
  • Do you have drive and flexibility to work both independently and as part of a team?      
  • Do you have at least 5-7 years of Human Resources experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in HR? 
  • Do you have a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or a related field?   
  • Do you have a HR certification?  SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR preferred.
  • Are you a change agent and always looking to improve HR, the company, and its culture?  Are you adaptable and willing to try new things to better PJ? 
  • Do you have strong customer service skills and enjoy interacting with employees at all levels?  This position oversees all employee relations matters, assists with the onboarding process, educates managers/leaders in areas of HR, etc. 
  • Do you have experience with talent management (i.e. succession planning, talent assessment, performance management/coaching, etc.)? 
  • Do you have experience with training, development and/or organizational design?  This position leads the employee development programs/processes, career ladders, training, and development, etc. to ensure employees are being fully utilized. 
  • Do you have experience with recruitment and employee retention?  This position partners with the HR Generalist and hiring managers in the recruitment and retention of top talent.
  • Do you have experience with self-funded health plans?  Do you have a strategic mindset when looking at the overall benefits packets?  PJ has been very successful being self-funded in health insurance, dental and worker’s compensation. 
  • Are you excited about technology and continuous improvement to support a lean environment?  PJ is at the forefront of technology and will continue this way.
  • Would you like to dress casual and wear blue jeans to work?
  • Would you like to work for a company who believes in wellness?  Would you embody PJ’s core values?
If this sounds like everything you are looking for in your career, now is the time to apply! PJ is a market leader in a niche industry and we pride ourselves on being a small privately owned company.  We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes 401(k), health insurance, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability, wellness, time-off benefits, and a leadership development training program.
 
If you like to work in a friendly, team-focused work environment that encourages professional growth, this could be the job for you.  Please visit our website to learn more about our company at www.pjpower.com.   Apply online at www.pjpower.com/careers.

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