HR Manager

Alta Forest Products•Chehalis, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping Alta’s people practices as the organization continues to grow and evolve. This role partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen HR systems, support leaders, and ensure Alta’s workforce strategy aligns with business priorities. The ideal candidate will bring strong HR technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and the ability to balance strategic partnership with day-to-day operational execution.

Requirements

Significant progressive human resources experience, including senior-level HR leadership responsibility
Experience leading and developing HR team members
Demonstrated experience working in a unionized environment, including labor relations, contract interpretation, and partnership with operations and leadership
Proven success advising leadership and executives on employee relations, organizational issues, and workforce strategy
Experience working within a shared services or centralized HR model, with the ability to balance enterprise alignment and local business needs
Strong employee relations background, including experience navigating complex and sensitive workplace matters
Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or operationally complex environments strongly preferred
Working knowledge of HR systems and reporting, with the ability to apply technology pragmatically in a hands-on environment
Demonstrated ability to operate independently, exercise sound judgment, and influence outcomes without reliance on positional authority
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred, not required

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the human resources function, including direct supervision and development of HR team members
Partner with executive leadership to align human resources strategy with business objectives in a manufacturing and operational environment
Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees on employee relations, performance management, and workplace matters
Oversee the development, implementation, and application of HR policies, programs, and practices
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Lead workforce planning, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives
Oversee union-related HR functions, including contract administration, grievance management, labor-management relations, and consistent application of CBA language
Lead organizational change efforts by equipping leaders and teams to navigate growth, transformation, and evolving business needs
Have a strong knowledge of federal and state safety laws, working closely with WC claim management
Manage compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitive, equitable, and compliant total rewards practices
Act as a liaison between management, and employees, ensuring effective collaboration and advocacy
Oversee HR systems, records, and reporting to support sound decision-making and operational effectiveness
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Semi-Annual Bonus Program
Flexible Work Schedule
Employee Assistance Program
Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
Employee and Family Life Insurance
Paid time off, Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave
Employee Referral Program
401k Retirement Savings Plan w/ 4.5% immediate vested match
Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options, Additional Life, Pet, Illness, and Accident Insurance.