Human Resources Manager

What You’ll Do

• Lead and administer plant HR policies, including attendance, work rules, and leave programs.
• Partner with operations leadership to align HR strategies with business needs and workforce requirements.
• Advise and counsel management on employee relations issues and conflict resolution.
• Support workforce planning, staffing, and organizational design efforts.

Talent & Employee Experience

• Lead recruitment efforts for hourly and salaried roles to meet operational needs.
• Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives across the site.
• Support succession planning, talent development, and training programs.
• Partner with leaders to resolve employee concerns and improve workplace culture.

Compliance & HR Operations

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and internal policies.
• Oversee workers’ compensation program administration and related processes.
• Maintain HR metrics (e.g., turnover, time-to-fill) to support data-driven decision-making.
• Manage HR programs including compensation, benefits, safety, and records retention.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related field required. MBA or advanced degree in Human Resource Management is a plus. PHR/SPHR certification preferred.
• Experience: 3+ years of HR management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Strong experience in employee relations, compliance, and talent management. Working knowledge of employment law, wage and hour regulations, and workers’ compensation.
• Special Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization. High level of discretion when handling confidential information. Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements. Proven ability to manage conflict and diffuse difficult situations.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work environment: Manufacturing/production environment with regular interaction across plant operations; may require time on the production floor and collaboration across multiple departments.

Physical requirements: Ability to work in both office and plant environments, including sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods.