This position will provide comprehensive HR support to Proterra’s business operations and other functions. This role is responsible for providing HR support for professional and production employees. Primary responsibilities include day-to-day HR systems and guidance, employee relations management, on and off-boarding, leadership coaching, responding to critical business requests, talent management, performance management, and HR projects as assigned by senior staff.

About the Role – You Will:

Partner with site leadership to align business objectives, work culture and HR programs, policies, and practices.
Provide strong employee relations guidance and coaching to front-line production and engineering leaders as well as being available to support production and manufacturing workforce on all HR-related matters.
Foster positive employee relations, meaningful communication programs, and coordinate organization-sponsored employee services and activities in partnership with the wider HR team and the Burlingame office manager in order to enhance the company culture.
Manage HRIS and data. Conduct and improve upon the process for new hire Orientations, background checks, I-9s, onboarding and coordination of exits
Be able to make connections across all levels of the organization, including hourly production through senior executives of the Proterra leadership team.
Support recruiting in coordination with internal stakeholders and the TA team
Participate in critical HR operating rhythms such a talent review, strategic workforce planning, succession planning, salary planning, and performance management.
Develop spreadsheets, online tools, systems and/or other creative and simple techniques for preparing and presenting data to monitor and measure HR effectiveness, productivity and cost.
Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
Conduct periodic audits of HR documents, data, and files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Other duties and responsibility as assigned by management or the Executive team.

About Our Group

As strategic partners, the Human Resource team strives to ensure that our values, culture, and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company.
We strive to provide the highest-level service and support to our clients each and every day.
We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.
We treat each other with respect, and always try to have a little fun every day!
This position will be part of the corporate division that supports Proterra’s Manufacturing and Engineering operations.
You will report to the HR Manager, Burlingame and collaborate with other Human Resource team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA and manufacturing facility in Greer, SC.

About You

Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.
Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
Detail-oriented, resourceful, and diligent.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Your Experience Includes

2+ years’ experience in HR, preferably in a manufacturing or battery engineering environment and preferably experience with an hourly workforce
Preferably a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, in Business, Human Resources Management or other related discipline or equivalent relevant experience
HRIS Experience
Demonstrated ability to work in a demanding and changing environment, team-oriented culture, see through complexity and ambiguity, energize a team/client and strategically promote an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Strong employee relations experience in a manufacturing environment.
Established project management skills and capable of handling multiple priorities by documenting, planning, and executing to completion.
Strong internal and external customer focus with genuine desire to assist others.
Excellent collaboration, influencing, and change agent skills.
Passion for innovative HR solutions, process improvement, and lean mindset.
Influences policy and ensure delivery within own function, linking with other functions across the organization.
Sound knowledge of local labor laws and government requirements.

Location: Burlingame, CA

Travel: 0-10%

Compensation: $83,763 - $93,070

Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).

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