Associate HR Manager - Ditch Witch

Who Are We?  

Ditch Witch is a premier division of The Toro Company.   At Ditch Witch in Perry, Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world.  We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people. 

Our facilities in Perry stand out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world.  We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people. 

Your Opportunity:

The Associate HR Manager provides human resources support to employees and supervisors within The Toro Company’s Perry manufacturing facility, a site of approximately 1,200 employees. Reporting to the HR Manager, this role assists in implementing HR processes and programs that promote fairness, consistency, and employee engagement.

The position contributes to the success of site and enterprise priorities by coordinating HR initiatives such as onboarding, performance reviews, employee relations documentation, and compliance reporting. This role ensures alignment with enterprise HR strategies focused on attracting, developing, and retaining a high-performing and inclusive workforce.

Sponsorship:  

• VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

• Must be willing to obtain/maintain an active, valid, non-expired US Driver's license.

Work Location / Environments: 

• This opportunity is 5 shifts on-site at the Ditch Witch® division headquarters in Perry, OK.   (Fully Remote, Hybrid, or other work locations/offices are not available at this time).

• Office setting within a manufacturing facility; frequent interaction with production employees and supervisors.

• Travel expectation: Minimal travel required; periodic travel may be necessary on as-needed basis.

• Typical workdays of 8 hours a day, Monday-Friday, along with overtime on very little notice.  Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours emergency support.

• Regular continuous use of a personal computer and telephone.

What Will You Do? 

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: 

• Execute daily HR processes including onboarding, attendance tracking, performance-review coordination, and documentation management.

• Provide timely, accurate responses to supervisor inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and general HR practices.

• Maintain integrity of employee data, files, and reporting within Workday.

• Prepare recurring reports and dashboards on attendance, turnover, corrective actions, and other HR metrics.

• Advise supervisors on applying policies consistently and documenting performance or conduct issues appropriately.

• Assist the HR Manager with investigations, follow-ups, and case tracking.

• Help identify trends in attendance, engagement, and turnover to inform site initiatives.

• Support execution of engagement activities, recognition programs, and feedback initiatives.

• Ensure onboarding and orientation activities are executed consistently and effectively.

• Coordinate site training sessions in partnership with the Talent COE and HR Manager

• Serve as a reliable HR resource to employees while maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.

• Audit HR files and records for compliance with legal and company standards.

• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of HR operations.

• Support in implementing HR programs and initiatives that align site practices with enterprise priorities.

• Participate in HR projects and continuous-improvement efforts as assigned.

• Demonstrate initiative, ownership, and accountability for work outcomes.

What Do You Need? 

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: 

• Associate’s degree required.

•  Ability to be a change agent and influence teams to shift quickly as business needs evolve/change.

• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, coach and influence while gaining buy-in and driving results.

• Must be able to exercise and maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

• Knowledge of relevant human resources-related laws and regulations and the ability to conduct or assist with investigations, maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information.

• Exceptional communication/ people skills, including strong presentation and facilitation skills.

• Energetic, driven and enthusiastic, and able to cultivate a fast-paced, change-oriented workplace.

• Consistently exhibits collaborative leadership qualities, able to solicit advice from colleagues and partners while still being able to take charge, show initiative and make decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of HR, office administration, or related experience preferred.

• A Bachelors degree is preferred, but not required.   

• HRIS experience; Workday system is preferred, but not required.

• Prior experience in a manufacturing preferred.

What Can We Give You? 

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top-tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro company offers employees at our Bloomington, MN HQ location a variety of perks, including: 

• Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment. 

• Wellness - The Toro Company’s HQ offers complimentary use of our onsite fitness facility to employees. In addition to physical well-being, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.  

• Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community. 

• Competitive Salary – A reasonable pay range for this opportunity is $62,000 - $72,000.  The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the One@Work app, formerly the Even app. 

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities.   

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.

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