Manager, Human Resources

Pursuit Aerospace • Thomasville, GA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Human Resources Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the culture and driving people initiatives at our Thomasville, GA manufacturing site. This site employs approximately 130 team members and generates $50–60 million in annual revenue. The site is in a turnaround phase, so building trust with the front-line team and fostering a positive, engaged workforce will be critical to success. This role is a key member of the site leadership team, working closely with the General Manager to lead HR strategy and execution. The position reports directly to the Director of Human Resources for the division, with a dotted-line relationship to the site General Manager.

We’re looking for an HR leader who is passionate about creatively sourcing and retaining top talent, partnering with leadership to enhance the employee experience, driving culture transformation and trust-building initiatives and implementing continuous improvement practices that support organizational excellence. If you thrive in a hands-on leadership role and want to make a meaningful impact during a critical growth phase, this is an excellent opportunity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of HR generalist experience OR a 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

• 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: Mid Level