HR Manager

About the Role

The Human Resources Manager will serve as a strategic partner to plant and business leadership, driving HR initiatives that support operational excellence and workforce engagement within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role oversees all aspects of human resources, including employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, compliance, and organizational development. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on leadership style, strong knowledge of manufacturing workforce dynamics, and the ability to balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR execution.

Responsibilities

• Partner with plant leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives and operational goals.
• Act as a trusted advisor on organizational structure, workforce planning, and talent development.
• Drive plant-level initiatives focused on employee engagement, retention, and culture improvement.
• Manage employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.
• Conduct investigations and provide recommendations for resolution in alignment with company policies and employment laws.
• Foster a positive work environment while supporting a high-performance, accountability-driven culture.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts for hourly and salaried roles within the facility.
• Develop talent pipelines for critical positions and succession planning initiatives.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and implement effective sourcing strategies.
• Implement and manage performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and development planning.
• Coach managers on employee performance, feedback delivery, and leadership best practices.
• Identify training and development needs and coordinate programs to support workforce skill development.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (including FLSA, EEOC, OSHA, and Louisiana labor regulations).
• Maintain accurate HR records and reporting metrics.
• Oversee onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes.
• Manage HR systems, data reporting, and HR KPIs such as turnover, absenteeism, and time-to-fill.
• Support payroll and benefits administration in coordination with corporate HR and finance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• 3-5 years of HR experience in a union environment.
• Proven experience supporting hourly production workforces.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in multi-shift or unionized manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and data-driven HR decision-making.
• Experience supporting safety and compliance initiatives in partnership with EHS teams.