Human Resources (HR) Manager
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization to identify an experienced HR Manager for a highly visible site leadership role in West Central Minnesota.
About the Role
This is an opportunity to own HR strategy for a manufacturing facility of approximately 500 employees, while partnering closely with plant leadership to shape workforce strategy, culture, engagement, and employee relations. The successful candidate will be a visible, hands-on HR leader who enjoys building relationships on the production floor, coaching leaders, navigating complex employee relations matters, and driving meaningful improvements across an hourly workforce.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary HR partner to plant leadership and frontline supervisors
- Lead strategic and day-to-day HR initiatives for a manufacturing facility of approximately 500 employees
- Develop and execute strategies around employee engagement, retention, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development
- Coach leaders through performance management, employee relations, investigations, and organizational challenges
- Lead and resolve complex employee relations matters
- Analyze workforce and compensation data to identify trends and recommend solutions
- Lead change management initiatives and drive adoption across the facility
- Partner with Talent Acquisition on workforce planning, hiring strategy, interviewing, and onboarding
- Build strong relationships with both salaried and hourly employees through a visible, approachable leadership style
- Partner with broader HR leadership on enterprise-wide initiatives and programs
Requirements
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience
- Previous HR leadership experience within a manufacturing, industrial, automotive, agriculture, food production, or similar environment
- Experience supporting a mid-sized manufacturing facility and partnering directly with plant/operations leadership
- Strong employee relations and investigation experience
- Demonstrated success improving engagement, retention, and workforce performance
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred
- Experience with Workday or another enterprise HRIS preferred
Why This Role?
- Own HR strategy for an entire manufacturing operation
- High-visibility leadership role with direct influence on plant culture and workforce engagement
- Close partnership with plant and senior leadership
- Collaborative, relationship-driven environment
- Strong sense of community and employee pride
- Opportunity to contribute to broader organizational HR initiatives
Schedule
Primarily onsite at the manufacturing facility. Remote flexibility on Fridays after onboarding and training, when business needs permit.
Pay
Target hiring range: $130,000–$135,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
- Annual bonus opportunity, historically near target payout
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Wellness programs
- Employee discount program
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.