Plant Human Resources Manager

Grow your career with Silgan Closures at our Evansville, IN manufacturing facility.

About the role

As the Plant Human Resource Manager, you will serve as the primary contact for plant management, employees, and union representatives. You will oversee HR operations, including employee relations, labor relations, safety programs, and talent management, while ensuring compliance with company policies and state and federal laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee relations, grievance resolution, and contract administration.
• Oversee labor relations activities, including union communication and arbitration when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, maintain OSHA logs, and complete corporate safety reporting.
• Administer FMLA, workers’ compensation, and return-to-work programs.
• Manage recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding for hourly employees.
• Oversee benefits administration and provide employee support.
• Coordinate plant safety programs, training, and hearing testing.
• Partner with plant management on HR strategy, workforce planning, and process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
• 3 or more years of HR experience in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Knowledge of labor relations, employee relations, compliance, and workplace safety.
• Effective communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and HR systems.
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience, education, and skills.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and wellness programs.
• Virtual healthcare and telemedicine access.
• Optional benefits including pet insurance and chronic conditions coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan with a 5 percent dollar-for-dollar employer match.
• 15 paid vacation days and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities.

About the company

Silgan Closures is a leading manufacturer of rigid packaging for shelf-stable food and other consumer goods. Everything we do is centered on protecting products and upholding the highest quality standards, so our customers deliver only the best. We specialize in advanced technical processes and dependable closure systems for glass and plastic packaging in food and beverages.