Site People Operations Leader - Sistersville, WV

Momentive

32d•Onsite

About The Position

The Site People Operations Leader will serve as the strategic HR business partner to the Site Leader, supporting a manufacturing facility of approximately 400 employees, including 200 represented employees. This role is responsible for driving HR strategy, fostering a positive employee experience, and ensuring compliance with labor agreements and employment laws. The Site People Operations Leader will provide leadership in talent management, employee relations, workforce planning, and organizational development, while partnering closely with exempt staff and union representatives to achieve business objectives. Additionally, this role will lead efforts to maintain positive employee relations and proactively implement non-union relations strategies. The role will model behaviors that align with the company’s Core Values and coaches/influences others to do the same, especially leaders and managers. Job responsibilities included are multiple aspects of the employee lifecycle, including, but not limited to: recruiting, employee relations, labor relations and union experience – including collective bargaining, training and development, performance management, compensation, benefits, etc. Utilize knowledge of local divisional/functional business objectives and functional HR knowledge and expertise to support and advise local leaders and managers on HR-related issues, including policies, processes, programs, etc., to help meet local business goals and objectives. Please note that this role requires on-site presence five days per week, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
10+ years of progressive HR experience, including some experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Proven ability to influence and partner with senior leadership.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, or related field.
Strong knowledge of labor relations and experience working with unionized workforces.

Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership Act as a trusted advisor to the Site Leader and leadership team, aligning HR initiatives with business goals.
Develop and implement site-level HR strategies to support operational excellence and workforce engagement.
Employee Relations & Labor Management Manage relationships with union representatives and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
Lead resolution of complex employee relations issues and provide guidance to managers on performance and conduct matters.
Drive proactive non-union relation strategies by fostering strong employee engagement and addressing concerns before escalation.
Talent Management & Development Support exempt staff through coaching, career development, and succession planning.
Drive initiatives to attract, retain, and develop top talent for both represented and non-represented roles.
HR Operations & Compliance Oversee HR processes including onboarding, performance management, and policy administration.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
Culture & Engagement Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.
Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and financial education.