Human Resources Leader - Fort Smith
About The Position
Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world. The Human Resources Leader serves as a key on-site HR partner, bridging day-to-day HR operations with leadership-level support. This role provides comprehensive human resources support across employee relations, staffing, onboarding, compliance, benefits administration, HRIS management, and performance processes. This role supports both corporate and manufacturing employees and plays a key part in maintaining HR data integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting positive employee relations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or above in a related field preferred or an equivalent combination of related training, education, certifications and experience
- 3 – 5 years of progressive HR with 1-2 experience in manufacturing setting.
- Prior experience supporting leadership and handling employee relations matters required.
Nice To Haves
- APHR, PHR or SPHR preferred
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary HR partner to site leadership and supervisors, providing guidance on policy application, employee relations matters, performance management, and workplace issues.
- Coach leaders on effective communication, conflict management, documentation, and corrective action processes.
- Assist in conducting employee investigations and support timely, fair resolution of issues.
- Champion company core values and promote a respectful, engaged, and inclusive workplace culture.
- Lead and execute site-level recruiting efforts, including job postings, screening, interviewing, and selection recommendations.
- Coordinate pre-employment screenings, background checks, and onboarding activities.
- Facilitate or support new hire orientation and ensure completion of required employment documentation.
- Process employee status changes, promotions, transfers, and separations.
- Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, training documentation, and compensation data within HRIS.
- Track performance reviews and ensure timely completion and documentation.
- Prepare routine and ad hoc HR reports, metrics, and trend analyses for leadership.
- Serve as site subject matter expert for HR systems and reporting tools.
- Serve as on-site contact for employee benefit inquiries, including new hire enrollment and open enrollment coordination.
- Assist with payroll processing, time and attendance accuracy, and audit support.
- Partner with Safety leadership on workers’ compensation case management, return-to-work coordination, and related reporting.
- Promote a safe, healthy work environment in collaboration with site leadership.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, employee experience, and operational efficiency.
- Support employee engagement activities, training initiatives, and change management efforts.
- Act as a trusted resource to employees at all levels, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
