Human Resources Manager - Polymer Center

Republic Services•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager - Polymer Center serves as a key strategic partner to the site leadership team, responsible for leading all aspects of HR at a dynamic manufacturing facility. The incumbent supports a broad range of people-focused initiatives including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, training, compliance, and workforce planning. The Human Resources Manager - Polymer Center also plays a critical role in fostering a culture of engagement, inclusion, and trust—developing and executing a proactive employee relations strategy that ensures every employee feels heard, respected, and connected to the success of the organization. Reporting directly to the General Manager, with a dotted-line relationship to Corporate Human Resources, the incumbent collaborates closely with local site leadership and enterprise HR teams to deliver consistent, people-centered practices that align with business goals and uphold the company’s values.

Requirements

Prior experience working within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Experience in a start-up environment with a demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, adapt quickly, and build structure.
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate operational priorities into effective people strategies and drive results.
Proven experience designing and implementing positive employee relations strategies.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement cultures.
Comfortable with data-driven decision-making and using metrics to measure HR effectiveness and impact to the business.
Ability to impact and influence all levels of the Company.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4–7 years of experience as an HR Generalist or HR Manager, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Responsibilities

Provides human resources advice and consultation to employees and management, to include coaching and counseling on performance management issues, conflict management, interpretation of employment policies and resolution.
Acts as a key enabler to business growth by aligning HR support with evolving operational priorities – pivoting quickly to meet shifting demands, support rapid scaling, and ensure the workforce is positioned to drive innovation and execution at every stage of ramp.
Lead the design and implementation of a positive employee relations strategy that promotes open communication, early issue resolution, and a high level of confidence in site leadership.
Implements, disseminates, and monitors company programs and procedures in the areas of training, compensation, compliance, and benefits to attract, retain, and motivate employees.
Oversee accurate maintenance of organizational data and employee records within the HRIS, including job structures, hierarchy, performance documentation, and separations.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and partner with Corporate HR and Centers of Excellence (COEs) to align on evolving legal and policy standards.
Coordinate with Corporate HR on employment lifecycle activities including recruitment, employee relations, investigations, and offboarding.
Leads workplace investigations, partnering with Legal and HR partners to ensure fair, timely, and consistent outcomes.
Identify learning needs and work closely with the Learning & Development team to implement programs that build capability and promote career development.
Own and enhance the onboarding experience, ensuring new hires feel welcomed, prepared, and connected from day one.
Support or lead HR compliance audits and other risk mitigation activities across the site.
Collaborate with leadership on succession planning and talent development strategies to ensure strong internal pipelines for critical roles.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.