We, at Leggett & Platt Flooring Products, are searching for a HR/Safety Manager in Cape Girardeau, MO. Leggett & Platt Inc. is the largest manufacturer of carpet cushion and hard surface underlayment in the United States. Our Flooring businesses manufacture and distribute foam, rubber, and fiber-based flooring underlayment for residential and commercial use. Our flooring underlayment products provide support, cushioning, and noise reduction under virtually any finished flooring material in your home or business. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As HR/Safety Manager, you will have the opportunity to manage the full HR and Safety functions for the Cape Girardeau manufacturing facility with a headcount of around 25 employees. You will work closely with the Branch Manager and HR Director to ensure compliance with Corporate and Branch policies and procedures and that operational HR and safety needs are satisfied.

So, what will you be doing as an HR/Safety Manager?

• Manage the advertising, recruiting, hiring, and orientation processes for incoming talent
• Assist with the hiring and implementation of a second shift
• Maintain relationships with temporary staffing agencies
• Partner with branch management to ensure consistent use and enforcement of HR policies; collaborate with branch management on the resolution of employee issues and concerns
• Manage the FMLA, Disability, and Workers Compensation programs
• Facilitate employee benefit programs
• Prepare separation paperwork, conduct exit interviews, and monitor turnover activity
• Identify business needs, legal requirements and reporting regulations; ensure policies, procedures, and programs are in compliance
• Assist with training initiatives, performance management and development programs, and other organizational initiatives as determined by the business
• Manage employee activities and communications
• Manage, train, maintain supplies, and complete reports for all safety related policies and procedures
• Maintain written safety programs and other security issues
• Perform and/or coordinate all safety inspections and conduct accident/loss investigations
• Mitigate risk by seeking ways to eliminate or lessen safety concerns proactively
• Work closely with Corporate and Division HR and Safety contacts
• Coordinate monthly safety meetings
• Maintain OSHA logbooks
• Other duties as assigned

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• Prior experience in both HR and Safety fields
• Knowledge of HR laws and regulations
• Knowledge of Safety laws and regulations
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills across all levels of the organization
• Strong computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Things we consider a plus:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Prior experience in manufacturing environment
• Prior experience in labor union environment

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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