Inland Empire Paper Company, operating in Millwood Washington since 1911, strives to be the industry leading custom ground-wood paper supplier through highly efficient production methods, first-in-class customer service, and market defining employee capabilities. IEP owns and operates over 120,000 acres of timberland located in northern Idaho and eastern Washington. We seek an experienced and highly motivated individual to responsibly manage, fiscally and biologically, over 40,000 acres of timberland.

Inland Empire Paper Company offers its team members competitive compensation, industry leading health benefits, 401(k) with employer match, education reimbursement program, vacation time, 13 paid holidays, and much more! This is a salaried, exempt, full time position.

IEP seeks a hands-on working manager responsible for both functional and strategic activities of Human Resources throughout our 24/365 operations.  This position reports to the President and works closely with employees at all levels, including management and labor.

 Our ideal candidate will possess the following expertise:

• • Proven performance of HR functions and responsibilities (recruitment, on-boarding, retention, labor relations, benefit selection and administration, compensation, coaching and support of supervisors, safety program and worker compensation administration) and ability to organize and prioritize in a fast-pace environment
  • Demonstrated proficiency in research, development and implementation of policies and practices to achieve Company goals and/or regulatory compliance;
  • Excellent communication capability to effectively implement company culture, policies, and practices
  • High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations as well as effectively represent the Company within the community
  • Strategic development of HR role in furtherance of Company goals; continued cultivation of professional and technical knowledge
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources

Preference will be given to candidates who also have:

• • Experience working with collective bargaining units including negotiation and administration of union contracts
  • Experience with development and implementation of HRIS
  • SPHR or SHRM-SCP Certification

Qualified individuals are requested to upload their resume and cover letter. Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information are respected. Thank you to all applicants for your interest and effort in applying for this position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. IEP is a smoke-free and drug-free production facility operating 24/365.

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