Human Resources Manager

About the role

At Avient, our people power our performance. As Human Resources Manager for Color & Additives US/CAN, you will play a visible leadership role across multiple manufacturing sites, shaping culture, strengthening the talent pipeline, and partnering with leaders to deliver business results within the Color, Additives & Inks segment. This hands-on role is ideal for an HR leader who thrives in manufacturing environments, builds trusted partnerships with operational leaders, and brings energy to talent development, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders and the Senior HR Manager to deliver HR strategies aligned to business goals
• Lead HR execution across a portfolio of manufacturing locations, including Holden, MA; Lewiston, ME; Bethel, CT; and other sites within the region
• Drive talent strategies including workforce planning, org design, succession planning, and development
• Support recruiting and retention strategies to attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent
• Lead employee relations, performance management, and development initiatives
• Implement and ensure compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and ethical standards
• Use HR metrics and insights including turnover, engagement, and performance data to guide decisions and drive continuous improvement
• Champion a safe, inclusive, and high accountability work environment
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, guiding complex people and organizational decisions
• Lead and support change initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 5–7+ years of progressive HR experience; manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, employee relations, and performance management
• Proven ability to influence leaders and operate strategically while executing tactically
• Business acumen with a track record of aligning HR priorities to operational and financial outcomes
• Experience using HR data and metrics to drive decisions
• HR certification (SHRM‑CP/SCP) a plus

Why Avient

• Visible impact across multiple sites and businesses
• Strong partnership with business and enterprise HR leadership
• Opportunity to lead change and shape the employee experience
• Growth focused culture that values innovation, collaboration, and accountability