Human Resources Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship, guidance, and leadership to HR team members
• Serve as the primary HR contact for plant leadership and union representatives
• Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements (CBAs)
• Manage grievances, arbitrations, and contract negotiations
• Advise leadership on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives to support staffing goals
• Coach managers on performance management and employee development
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws including OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and EEO
• Analyze HR metrics and develop action plans to improve workforce engagement and performance
• Manage training and development initiatives
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Oversee performance review processes and development planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• Master’s degree or HR certification preferred
• 5+ years of HR leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong labor relations and union environment experience required
• Proven negotiation experience and ability to manage complex employee relations matters
• Strong understanding of employment laws and HR best practices
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite

About the Role

This position plays a key role in labor relations, employee engagement, compliance, performance management, and HR strategy development while partnering closely with plant leadership to support operational success.