Manufacturing HR Business Partner

Allison Transmission•Lewisburg, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant HR Manager, located in Lewisburg, TN, at Walker Die Casting, executes high-impact human resources strategies aligned with local plant(s) and enterprise priorities. This role bridges the gap between people strategy and organizational goals by providing consultative guidance on performance management, talent acquisition, and culture to deliver high quality HR support at the assigned plant(s). Is a key collaborator across the HR function (HRBPs, COEs, and HR Business Operations) to ensure fair application of policies while delivering scalable, practical solutions that drive Allison’s manufacturing and operational performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
5+ years of progressive experience in human resources that demonstrate the following knowledge and skills:
Proven ability to translate high-level people strategies into executable plans and lead cross-functional, enterprise-level initiatives using project-based or agile models.
Extensive experience leading organizational effectiveness, change management, and workforce transformation within dynamic, complex, or evolving business environments.
Expert skills in building alignment across diverse groups without formal authority, partnering with Centers of Excellence (COEs) and HR Operations to deliver integrated solutions.
Ability to leverage data and qualitative insights to inform solutions, solve complex problems, and define clear outcomes with measurable impact.
Deep understanding of end-to-end people practices, including talent management, organizational design, employee experience, and handling sensitive matters with high discretion.
Significant experience (5+ years) operating within fast-paced, matrixed, or industrial environments while communicating complex concepts clearly to all levels of leadership

Nice To Haves

HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)
Demonstrated experience delivering complex people initiatives in a project‑based, enterprise, or agile deployment model
Experience working across HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence, and HR Business Operations within a matrixed organization
Background supporting workforce transformation, organizational effectiveness, talent programs, or large‑scale change initiatives
Manufacturing, industrial, or similarly complex operating environment experience preferred

Responsibilities

Translate people strategy into scalable solutions by designing execution plans, managing milestones, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of outcomes as a contributing member of the Plant Leadership team.
Drive end-to-end execution of high-priority people initiatives, including organizational design, workforce planning, and talent programs aligned with enterprise and Plant strategies.
Partner with HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence, and HR Business Operations to integrate talent, rewards, and technology into cohesive solutions.
Apply a people-experience lens to ensure all initiatives are intuitive, effective, and aligned with organizational culture and values.
Serve as a primary resource for resolving complex people challenges within assigned initiatives, providing practical guidance and escalation support.
Leverage data, insights, and stakeholder feedback to measure impact, refine solutions, and continuously improve program effectiveness.
Drive change management and communication efforts while coaching leaders on talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.