Onsite HR Manager-Hayward

About the role

Morgan Advanced Materials is seeking an experienced and highly adaptable HR Manager to support two manufacturing operations in Hayward, California. This is a fully onsite, multi-site leadership role supporting both a non-union metals manufacturing operation and a unionized ceramics manufacturing facility within a shared site footprint. This engagement is expected to span 24 months, with a gradual wind-down period toward the conclusion of the assignment. The ceramics operation is currently projected for closure in 2028, making this a critical role focused on workforce transition planning, organizational change management, labor relations, and operational HR leadership during a period of transformation.

Responsibilities

• Leading all people-related activities across both manufacturing operations
• Managing the full employee lifecycle including: Recruitment and onboarding
• Employee engagement and communications
• Performance management
• Reward and recognition programs
• Employee relations and investigations
• Labor relations and union engagement
• HR administration and compliance
• Supporting workforce transitions, restructuring activities, and future site closure planning
• Providing professional HR guidance and coaching to people leaders
• Ensuring compliance with all federal, California, and labor regulations
• Administering employee health, welfare, and benefit programs, including 401(k)
• Managing disciplinary procedures, grievances, and union negotiations
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives and supporting organizational change projects
• Collaborating with global HR colleagues and cross-functional business leaders

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR Generalist experience, ideally within manufacturing environments
• Multi-site HR leadership experience, preferably within a large multinational organization
• Minimum 3 years of experience administering employee benefits, welfare plans, and 401(k) programs
• Strong experience supporting workforce reductions, restructures, or site closures
• Excellent knowledge of: US and California labor laws, Trade union relations, Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) compliance, COBRA, ERISA, FMLA, and related regulations
• Proven experience managing employee relations, grievance processes, disciplinary matters, and labor negotiations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and coach at all levels
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and compliance standards
• Advanced proficiency with: Microsoft Office, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Learning Management Systems (LMS), Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred
• SHRM Certification strongly preferred

Core Competencies

• Functional Competencies:
• Accountability & Ownership
• Agility
• Business Acumen
• Clear Communication
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Customer Focus
• Flexibility
• Global Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Solutions Orientation
• Sound Judgment