Manager, Human Resources

Pursuit Aerospace • Whitesboro, NY

17h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Human Resources Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping culture and advancing people initiatives. We are looking for an HR leader who is energized by building strong relationships with front-line and union leadership, thoughtfully sourcing and retaining talent, and partnering with leaders to continuously enhance the employee experience. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on, collaborative approach and a passion for fostering trust, strengthening culture, and implementing continuous improvement practices that enable long-term success. This role is a key member of the site leadership team, working closely with the General Manager to align HR strategy with business priorities and execute people initiatives that support growth and operational excellence. The position reports directly to the Director of Human Resources for the division, with a dotted-line relationship to the site General Manager. This role will be pivotal in shaping culture and advancing people initiatives at our Whitesboro, NY manufacturing site. The site employs approximately 400 team members, is union-represented, and generates $150 million in annual revenue, with continued growth driven by insourcing work and winning new programs. This is an exciting time for the site, with significant opportunity to strengthen engagement, partnership, and organizational effectiveness across the workforce.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of HR generalist experience - OR - in lieu of degree, minimum of 8 years of HR generalist experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time bases without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing HR support in a union environment strong preferred.
• PHR/SPHR certification a plus.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, preferably aerospace.
• Demonstrable experience using data for HR Metrics and subsequent action planning; including Microsoft excel proficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the Company.
• Experience directly supporting leaders at multiple levels within the organization.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the site leader to drive business performance, workforce planning, and site-level strategy, ensuring HR initiatives directly support operational goals.
• Promote Pursuit’s values and cultural priorities, serving as a visible advocate for positive workplace behaviors, accountability, and employee engagement across all levels of the site.
• Ensure critical roles are filled with the right people, balancing talent acquisition, succession planning, and retention strategies to support high performance and long-term business success.
• Oversee onboarding, training, performance management, and career development programs, enabling employees to succeed and grow while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Nurture strong employee relationships, proactively addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and implementing programs that improve morale and engagement.
• Lead HR systems, policies, and programs, including compliance, benefits administration, safety, and workers’ compensation, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with site and enterprise objectives.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen site culture, implement initiatives that enhance engagement, and measure the impact of programs to continuously improve the employee experience.
• Advise site leaders on workforce decisions, performance management, and employee development, enabling them to lead effectively and achieve business results.
• Partner with corporate HR and other sites to share best practices, harmonize HR approaches, and support enterprise-wide programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead site-level events, recognition programs, and wellness initiatives that build connection, pride, and team cohesion.
• Ensure all HR activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, serving as a trusted resource for leadership and employees.
• Take on other initiatives as needed to support the site, the business, and Pursuit’s mission.
• Travel up to ~5% to support other Pursuit sites or corporate initiatives.

Benefits

• Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees