Sr. HR Manager

SPX Technologies • Overland Park, KS

22h

About The Position

The Senior HR Manager partners with Olathe site leadership to align people strategy with business growth, operational performance, and workforce needs. As a member of the site leadership team, this role leads workforce planning, talent development, employee relations, retention, compliance, and the site HR team. The manager proactively addresses workforce risks, leads complex employee and labor relations matters, and strengthens accountability, engagement, and organizational effectiveness. The role requires strong business judgment, influence, and hands-on leadership to translate site priorities into measurable HR outcomes.

The position is based in a manufacturing facility and includes regular presence on the production floor. Foot, eye, and ear protection are required in production areas. Occasional extended hours may be needed to support operational needs, and minimal travel (less than 10%) may include visits to other facilities, vendors, and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in industrial or labor relations, business administration, or another related field.
• Seven years of progressive labor relations or human resources experience required.
• Manufacturing experience in a union setting required.
• Ability to prioritize and deliver in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, influence, judgment, and discretion.
• Ability to influence and partner with leadership at all levels.
• Visible, approachable, hands-on, and solutions-oriented leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Senior HR leadership experience supporting a large hourly manufacturing workforce.
• Experience with Dayforce or similar HRIS platforms.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Lead employee relations and resolve complex workplace issues fairly, consistently, and in compliance with policy and law.
• Oversee sensitive investigations, documentation, corrective actions, and risk mitigation.
• Manage labor relations, grievances, and collective bargaining agreement administration, where applicable.
• Coach site leaders on performance management, accountability, and consistent application of policies.
• Build workforce plans aligned with site growth, production needs, and business priorities.
• Partner with Operations and Talent Acquisition on hourly and salaried hiring priorities and recruiting strategies.
• Drive measurable improvements in retention, turnover, and the employee experience.
• Oversee onboarding, orientation, and temporary workforce programs to improve readiness and stability.
• Use staffing, turnover, and other HR metrics to identify risks and guide action.
• Execute site HR strategy aligned with business objectives and corporate HR priorities.
• Ensure HR policies, systems, practices, and regulatory compliance are effective and consistent.
• Improve HR processes, service delivery, and operational efficiency.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, leaves, attendance, HR systems, and required reporting.
• Lead and develop the Olathe HR team, including the HR Generalist, Trainer, and Administrator, setting clear expectations and accountability.
• Assess organizational capability and leadership gaps with site leaders.
• Develop frontline supervisor and manager capabilities through coaching and targeted training.
• Lead talent reviews, succession planning, and development of internal talent.
• Oversee onboarding, technical training, cross-training, and workforce skill development.
• Partner with site leaders to improve engagement, communication, trust, and retention.
• Maintain a visible HR presence on the manufacturing floor and build strong relationships at all levels.
• Translate employee feedback and workforce data into practical improvement plans.
• Hold leaders accountable for measurable progress on engagement action plans.
• Provide actionable HR insights and updates to site and business leadership.

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off, including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave.
• Competitive health insurance plans.
• 401(k) match.
• Benefits starting day one.
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans.
• Educational assistance.
• Leadership development programs.
• Recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior