Associate HR Manager (Rock Springs, WY)
About The Position
The Associate HR Manager provides hands-on, site-level HR support in a manufacturing environment, focusing on front-line leaders and hourly employees. The role partners with the Site HR Manager and corporate HR Centers of Expertise to deliver local HR programs, address employee relations needs, and promote consistent, compliant people practices. It is a highly visible, operational role that involves working on the floor and supporting leaders in real time. The Associate HR Manager also serves as a local point of contact for HR services, supports compliance and daily operations, and contributes to employee experience, talent development, and organizational change activities. The position is based at the ABW Plant in Rock Springs, Wyoming, and requires travel up to 25%.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 3 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, or operations environment.
- Experience supporting front-line leaders and hourly workforces.
- Working knowledge of employment laws, employee relations practices, and HR policies.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
- Ability to balance employee advocacy with business needs.
- Experience conducting employee investigations.
Nice To Haves
- HR certification such as PHR or SHRM-CP.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct HR support to front-line leaders working with hourly employees.
- Support leaders with disciplinary actions, documentation, and employee discussions.
- Conduct exit interviews and share themes and feedback with site leadership, as appropriate.
- Serve as the local subject matter expert for payroll processes and review and approve timecards for accuracy and compliance before processing.
- Conduct investigations into non-discriminatory complaints and track outcomes.
- Follow up with leaders and employees about investigation status, next steps, and documentation.
- Maintain investigation files and records in accordance with record-retention requirements.
- Partner with the Site HR Manager and Company Complaint Process Manager on escalated employee relations matters.
- Manage return-to-work processes, ADA accommodations, and temporary or modified work assignments.
- Ensure consistent application of company policies and HR operating standards at the site level.
- Coordinate and deliver site-level HR services supporting compliance, risk mitigation, and daily operational needs.
- Serve as the first point of contact for site HR needs and redirect inquiries to HR Solutions or appropriate business subject matter experts.
- Support site HR reporting, recordkeeping, and documentation requirements.
- Facilitate local HR communications for workgroups or functions, as needed.
- Support the Site HR Manager with people-related projects and organizational change activities.
- Assist in resolving HR process escalations with the Site HR Manager, HR Solutions, and Centers of Expertise.
- Champion company values, culture, and the HR Operating Model through consistent daily practices.
- Manage organizational structure and position management processes, including timely and accurate HRIS updates for employee movements, reporting relationships, and organizational changes.
- Partner with leaders on talent acquisition needs, including interview coordination and hiring support.
- Support employees through onboarding from offer acceptance through new-hire orientation.
- Support site initiatives related to employee engagement, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development.
- Coach and support front-line leaders through established training programs and day-to-day guidance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
