HR Manager

About the role

Weir ESCO - Bucyrus Blades Bucyrus, Ohio Work Arrangement - Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)

What We Do At Weir ESCO We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership: Act as the trusted HR advisor and key people partner for three manufacturing sites—Bucyrus (on-site leadership), Covington, KY and Portland, OR (remote support). Provide strategic insights and hands-on execution to support workforce strategy, engagement, and organizational capability.
• Talent and Leadership Development: Lead talent planning, succession, people planning, and leadership development initiatives tailored to each site’s unique needs.
• Employee Relations and Performance Management: Manage employee relations, conduct investigations, oversee performance management, and lead critical hiring and change management efforts.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Use people data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities, proactively researching and addressing workforce challenges with a strategic mindset.
• Business Partnership and Influence: Influence and coach site leadership to make informed HR decisions, demonstrating autonomy and strong judgment in a matrixed environment.
• Travel Requirements: Primarily based in Bucyrus with regular on-site presence; occasional travel to Covington and Portland for site visits and relationship building (estimated once or twice per year).
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.

Requirements

Must-haves:

• Proven HR experience in manufacturing, 'blue collar' or heavy industrial/shop-floor environments.
• Ability to operate independently and autonomously across multiple sites within a matrixed organization.
• Experience working within an HR model supported by Centers of Excellence and shared services is a plus.
• Strong judgment, credibility, employee relations expertise, and practical problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-haves:

• Background in multi-site HR management or regional HR roles.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to proactively identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Hands-on approach with a passion for engaging directly with shop-floor employees and leadership.
• Experience coaching and influencing site leaders without direct reporting authority.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and Bonus Structure
• Career development and learning support
• Access to global inclusion networks
• Regional and team-specific benefits
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Wellness support for you and your family
• Collaboration with global teams
• Study support

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangement: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote.