Human Resources Manager

About the company

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.

Location

Cleveland, OH

Benefits

• Comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay
• Variable incentive programs
• 401K
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce
• Union benefits governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement

Pay

$106,670.15 - $133,337.69

Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.

About the role

The Human Resources Manager leads the execution of human resources strategies and programs that support business objectives across assigned operations. This role serves as a strategic partner to leadership, providing guidance on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, labor relations, talent management, employee engagement, and compliance. The position drives HR initiatives that strengthen organizational capability, support operational performance, and foster a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. Success in this role requires strong business partnership, leadership, and employee relations expertise within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of HR strategies, workforce planning initiatives, organizational design efforts, and change management activities while providing leadership with insights on key people metrics, risks, and opportunities.
• Manage labor and employee relations activities, including grievance resolution, conflict mediation, collective bargaining preparation and administration, union negotiations, and leadership coaching in a unionized environment.
• Partner with Centers of Excellence to execute compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, payroll, talent management, succession planning, performance management, and employee development programs.
• Drive talent acquisition, employee engagement, retention, training, community partnerships, and university relations initiatives that support workforce needs and strengthen the employer brand.
• Ensure compliance with labor and employment regulations, investigate ethics and compliance concerns, analyze HR trends and metrics, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance HR effectiveness and employee experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
• Five years of experience as a Human Resources Business Partner or in a comparable human resources leadership role.
• Union labor relations experience required.
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal, coaching, and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to manage sensitive situations professionally and confidentially.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS/payroll systems, with the ability to learn and effectively utilize new technologies.

Preferred qualifications

• At least two years of people management experience.
• Human resources experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Workday, UKG, or similar HRIS and payroll systems.