Human Resource Manager
About The Position
The Human Resource Manager serves as a liaison between departments and provides human resources support and expertise across employee and labor relations, organizational development, career development, and employee growth. The role supports hourly staffing, payroll, benefits, and employee relations, balancing strategic partnership with hands-on execution to help shape a manufacturing site's direction and drive continuous improvement. The manager partners with business and functional leaders on HR processes, compensation, benefits, talent systems, employee engagement, change management, and organizational effectiveness. The role also supports talent acquisition and onboarding, organization design, talent management, workforce planning, training, and labor relations. It includes rotating weekend duty and support for 24/7, 365-day manufacturing operations, with travel under 10%. Work is primarily in an office environment. Entry into manufacturing, warehouse, or operational areas requires compliance with safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements. Occasional physical activities may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field required; equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- At least 5 years of progressive HR experience with increasing responsibility in a manufacturing, multi-site, and/or complex-site environment.
- Solid knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
- Experience with HRIS platforms, including Time & Attendance, LMS, and ATS systems.
- Travel under 10%.
- Rotating weekend duty and support for 24/7, 365-day manufacturing operations.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a collaborative business partner, providing HR expertise, advice, and coaching across HR processes.
- Coordinate and monitor compensation, benefits, talent systems, and practices to ensure consistent, fair, and equitable application within corporate guidelines.
- Provide proactive guidance on employee relations matters and coordinate legal matters with internal and/or external counsel.
- Develop and monitor employee engagement action plans and key indicators.
- Coach and support functional leaders in addressing performance and employee relations issues.
- Partner with leaders on change management, business process improvement, organizational change, and implementation.
- Partner with talent acquisition partners, department managers, and hiring managers to support site talent acquisition and onboarding processes and KPIs.
- Collaborate on strategies to develop diverse hourly and salaried talent pipelines for short- and medium-term workforce needs.
- Partner with the leadership team to optimize organization design in support of business objectives, operational performance, productivity, customer service, and quality.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen employee engagement and foster positive employee relationships.
- Support and deliver organizational transformation and training initiatives, from frontline development to leadership development programs.
- Coach and support leaders in performance management, merit planning, talent reviews, succession planning, and development planning.
- Facilitate talent discussions and support workforce strategies aligned with business needs and organizational priorities.
- Partner with HR leadership to identify, prioritize, and implement HR programs, policies, and learning initiatives aligned with business strategies.
- Support compliance training, workforce initiatives, and organizational development programs; identify development needs and coordinate resources.
- Support site labor relations by interpreting and applying company policies, labor agreements, and employment practices to complex matters.
- Engage leaders in client groups to investigate and respond to labor relations issues and coordinate appropriate actions.
- Identify trends and potential risks in employee and labor relations and recommend proactive approaches to minimize escalation and promote positive relationships.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and support compliance with employment requirements, labor agreements, and organizational practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Incentive Plan eligibility.
- Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits generally begin after 30 days.
- Paid vacation days, personal days, and company holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
