Regional HR Manager

Marmon Holdings, Inc.•Bellows Falls, VT

3d•$100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The Regional Human Resources Manager leads HR operations across Sonnax locations in Vermont, North Carolina, Michigan, and Pune, India. Reporting to the Platform HR Leader, this role partners with the Sonnax President and business leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives, support workforce needs, and promote a consistent, effective employee experience across locations. The role oversees core HR functions, including employee relations, recruiting, performance and talent management, compensation support, engagement, workforce reporting, compliance, HR systems and records, and employee development. It partners with payroll, benefits, safety, legal, finance, and operations, supports safety and workers’ compensation initiatives, and improves HR processes and service delivery. The manager also leads and develops HR team members and maintains regular contact with leaders and employees across locations and shifts through site visits and ongoing communication. The position involves work in office, manufacturing, and warehouse environments, including walking through operational areas, supporting employees across shifts, and domestic and international travel. Employees must follow applicable site safety and personal protective equipment requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role. Travel may be up to 25%, with increased travel during the initial transition period.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Eight or more years of progressive HR experience, including at least three years in an HR management role.
Experience supporting multiple locations, including international operations, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.
Strong knowledge of employee relations, investigations, manager coaching, performance management, and employment compliance.
Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, and OSHA, with the ability to apply relevant labor requirements in India.
Experience leading and developing HR team members and partnering with senior leaders on business and workforce priorities.
Strong leadership, communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to analyze workforce data, identify trends, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
Sound business judgment, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and confidential matters.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HR information systems, reporting tools, and workforce analytics.
Ability to travel up to 25%, with increased travel during the initial transition period.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
Experience supporting international operations and employees.
Experience working in a decentralized organization and applying Lean or continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Platform HR Leader and Sonnax leadership team to implement HR priorities and support business performance across all locations.
Coach leaders on workforce planning, organizational structure, staffing, performance management, employee development, and employee relations.
Lead employee relations investigations, corrective action, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes.
Oversee recruiting, selection, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried employees.
Lead performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
Support compensation planning, job evaluations, market reviews, and pay recommendations.
Coordinate employee engagement surveys, communicate results, and drive action plans to improve engagement and retention.
Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. federal and state employment laws and labor requirements for the India operation.
Monitor and report workforce metrics, including turnover, attendance, staffing, engagement, and time-to-fill, identifying trends and recommending improvements.
Maintain accurate employee records, HR systems data, reporting, and compliance documentation.
Partner with payroll, benefits, safety, legal, finance, and operations to address business and employee needs.
Support safety initiatives, workers’ compensation, return-to-work programs, and related reporting requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, standardize practices, and strengthen service delivery.
Maintain regular contact with leaders and employees across locations and shifts through site visits and ongoing communication.
Lead and develop HR team members by establishing priorities, assigning responsibilities, providing coaching and feedback, and ensuring appropriate coverage for critical HR functions.