Human Resources Manager – Manufacturing & Labor Relations

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5d•Onsite

About The Position

An established industrial manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead employee relations, union relations, and day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced production environment. This is a hands-on leadership role working closely with production employees, supervisors, and senior leadership. The manager will take ownership of labor relations, workforce challenges, employee engagement, and HR compliance, maintaining productive relationships across the organization while supporting manufacturing operations. The role is based on-site in Southern Arkansas and offers a base salary of $100,000–$120,000. Applicants must qualify as eligible U.S. Persons under applicable U.S. export control regulations.

Requirements

Strong HR generalist or HR management experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Direct experience supporting a unionized workforce and administering collective bargaining agreements.
Hands-on involvement in grievances, investigations, disciplinary processes, and employee conflict resolution.
Experience coaching production supervisors and supporting plant leadership.
Knowledge of U.S. employment and labor laws.
Experience supporting hourly workforce recruitment, attendance management, and employee retention.
Strong judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Willingness to be actively involved in daily manufacturing operations.
Must qualify as an eligible U.S. Person under applicable U.S. export control regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience participating in collective bargaining negotiations.
Background in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing.
Familiarity with ADP payroll.
Experience partnering with corporate or global HR functions.

Responsibilities

Lead site-level union and labor relations, including collective bargaining agreement administration, grievances, investigations, and disciplinary matters.
Maintain a visible presence on the production floor and build credibility with employees and operational leadership.
Coach managers and supervisors on performance management, employee relations, and workplace conflict.
Participate in union meetings, negotiations, and labor strategy discussions.
Oversee attendance management, employee development, investigations, and HR policy administration.
Manage recruitment for hourly production and salaried positions.
Develop retention and engagement initiatives to improve workforce stability.
Support onboarding, training, and workforce planning.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
Monitor HR metrics and provide reporting and workforce insights to leadership.
Support payroll administration using ADP.
Partner with corporate and global HR teams on broader organizational initiatives.