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Clearwater Paper Corporation Human Resources Manager II in Spokane, Washington
Description Hybrid Based in Spokane, WA This role is responsible for providing HR guidance and consultation within our Spokane, Washington Corporate Office.As a strategic business partner, this role's key focus area includes, but not limited to, driving business goals and capabilities to operational and strategic objectives, supporting and coaching function leaders in developing their organizations, be a strategic change agent across multiple departments and build relations within the functional leadership teams. This role will act as a liaison between departments performing a variety of human resources responsibilities inclusive of strategic collaboration and partnership to foster positive employee relations, organization, career, and personal development. This position is both strategic and action-oriented, influencing the direction of critical functions with a commitment to continuous improvement. Where you will work Clearwater Paper stands out as a premier independent supplier of paperboard packaging products to North American converters. Corporate Headquarters is in Spokane, Washington, our corporate team works to support our operations while creating a thriving environment for employees and customers alike, If you are based out of Spokane, you'll enjoy our collaborative office space, regular team and community events and a city known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation. For our remote employees, we work well across multiple time zones, respecting your schedules and setting up opportunities for you to get to know co-workers and see our operations firsthand. Guided by our core values of commitment, collaboration, communication, courage and character, we create an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to do their best work. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Human Resource Partnership Collaborative business partner to leadership teams at the sites, providing subject matter advice and coaching as appropriate across all aspects of human resources processes. Collaborate with Function Managers and Leadership Teams in development and execution of performance management, career, and individual development as well as positive employee relations strategies consistent with company core values; comply with legal requirements and promote positive employee relations. Coordinate and monitor all compensation, benefit, talent systems and practices to ensure consistent application within corporate guidelines in a firm, fair and consistent manner. Lead and conduct investigations to resolve employee issues and concerns, working with site resources as needed to complete. Provide proactive guidance and counsel to the business on employee relations matters, coordinating legal activity with Corporate Legal and outside counsel. Champion employee engagement action plans in response to employee engagement survey. Proactively develop and monitor employee engagement action plans and key indicators of employee engagement (e.g. turnover, internal movement). Support performance management for assigned employees; coach and support functional leaders in addressing performance issues and employee relations issues promptly. Serve as a change management partner to the business with emphasis on business process improvement. Support employees by interpreting company policies, assisting with benefit plan interpretation and payroll support as needed. Organizational Effectiveness Actively engage with Talent Acquisition Partners, leadership and hiring managers to ensure TA and onboarding processes for sites and KPIs are meeting expectations of the organization. Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Partners on strategy to develop diverse talent pipelines to meet both short- and medium-term needs across the organization. Collaborate with leadership team to optimize organization design to achieve business objectives inclusive of b