Senior Human Resources Manager

PL Developments Careers•Piedmont, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

PL Developments, also known as PLD, is a leading manufacturer, packager, and distributor of over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products and consumer healthcare goods . The Senior HR Manager serves as the strategic HR leader for PL Developments’ South Carolina operations, overseeing HR functions for a workforce of approximately 600 employees and 80 temporary associates across manufacturing and distribution sites. This role ensures alignment of HR strategies with business objectives, drives organizational effectiveness, and provides leadership to a team of four HR professionals. While the HR Manager focuses on manufacturing site operations (onboarding, recruitment, HRIS workflows), the Senior HR Manager is accountable for overall HR leadership, compliance, employee relations at the manufacturing site, and guidance for HR practices at the distribution site. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday / 8am-5pm, additional hours as needed to support 24 hr operation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership roles
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
Proven ability to lead teams, influence senior leaders, and manage change.
Excellent communication, conflict-resolution, and coaching skills.
Ability to balance strategic decision-making with hands-on HR execution.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Willingness to work extended and flexible hours as needed.
Will require travel to other SC facilities.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s preferred
manufacturing /distribution experience strongly preferred.
Experience supporting 24/7 or multi-shift operations strongly preferred.
SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop the HR team, ensuring clear role accountability and fostering collaboration between manufacturing and distribution site HR leads.
Partner with site leadership and corporate HR to design and implement HR strategies that support operational goals and workforce stability.
Drive initiatives for succession planning, organizational design, and workforce optimization.
Monitor HR metrics and analytics to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Own Employee Relations, including conducting investigations and executing HR approvals for disciplinary actions.
Own the termination process, ensuring compliance and proper documentation, with support from the local HR team.
Manage unemployment claim responses for terminated employees.
Provide guidance and support to the Sr. HR Generalist on employee relations matters, ensuring consistency with company standards.
Act as the escalation point for complex issues across both sites.
Champion engagement and retention programs to maintain a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
Enforce existing HR policies and procedures across both sites.
Deliver training to managers and employees on policy compliance and best practices.
Recommend policy improvements when gaps or opportunities are identified, collaborating with Corporate HR for approval and implementation.
Support social compliance audits and partner with EHS to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
Oversee performance review processes and coach managers on effective feedback and development planning.
Identify skill gaps and implement training programs for leadership and high-potential employees.
Support corporate-led HR initiatives (benefits, payroll, leave administration) at the site level.
Provide guidance and oversight for HRIS data integrity and workflow processes managed by the HR Manager.
Ensure recruitment strategies align with temp-to-hire model and workforce planning needs.
Actively engage with site leadership to maintain visibility and build strong relationships across both locations.