East Penn Manufacturing is the world's largest independent manufacturer of lead-acid batteries. East Penn has been recognized among the "Best Places to Work in PA." With over 10,000 employees, East Penn makes and distributes thousands of different sizes and types of lead-acid batteries, battery accessories, and wire & cable products for virtually any application. Our batteries power cars, buses, motorcycles, personal sports craft, electric wheelchairs, forklift trucks, locomotives, heavy equipment, lawnmowers/lawn tractors, etc., and also provide backup power to cell towers, phone systems and data centers. We are active in the renewable energy arena, manufacturing batteries that power hybrid vehicles and that support alternative energy applications such as wind and solar power, and smart grid management. East Penn is using its licensed Ultra Battery technology to help electricity generators store excess energy from the grid and efficiently and effectively manage the peaks an valleys in demand. Since 1946, we have developed an enviable reputation for world-class quality products made in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. East Penn regularly reinvests in new plant and equipment to improve productivity, and to provide for the enhanced safety and health of our employees. Our commitment to the environment is reflected in the significant investment we have made in facilities used to recycle virtually 100% of every used lead-acid battery returned to us.

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HR Generalist; employee and labor relations (CWA), compensation

HR Generalist (2nd/3rd shifts) in manufacturing plant with 750 non-union employees (Teamsters de-certified), supervised clinic w/ nurse, safety committee, and in-house security.

P/L responsibility for armored car service, managed routing/dispatch, supervised fleet manager, cash vault supervisor, administered labor agreement for 20 union employees, managed recruitment, selection, training and payroll.

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