Job Description As the HR Manager in Manufacturing at Cabinetworks Group, you play a vital role in supporting the local HR department, ensuring adherence to policies, laws, and regulations while fostering a positive company culture. Collaborating closely with manufacturing leadership, you oversee various programs and initiatives to drive continuous improvement within the department. Your responsibilities include ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, conducting audits, providing project support, and guiding local HR staff to maintain productive and compliant work environments. Additionally, you lead investigations into complaints, manage projects, and facilitate monthly HR Manager Conference calls to provide updates on labor/employee relations. ***A critical aspect of this role is to spend at least 30% of your time on the production floor, engaging with employees and understanding their needs firsthand.*** This is a 100% onsite position at our manufacturing plant in Mifflinburg, PA. PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations at all plant locations, including FMLA and workers' compensation. Provide local Plant HR staff with guidance to address issues and sustain positive, productive, and compliant work environments. Work with Plant HR staff in the investigation of discrimination or harassment complaints, Company policy violations, and recommend corrective action, if appropriate. Manage the recruitment and selection process. Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy. Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues. Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance. Conduct FLSA and HR audits as needed at plant locations. Provide project support, including: research, report generation, preventative labor assistance, etc. Support the department during the annual budget process. Provide monthly labor/employee relations updates. Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs. Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics. Conduct HRIS audits as needed for the corporate headquarters. Provide compliance support to the plants, including workers' compensation and FMLA. Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Bachelor degree in business administration, human resources or related field. 7 years related human resources experience. At least 5 years of experience working in a union manufacturing environment. Capable of walking 30% of the time on the shop floor. Deep knowledge of HR KPIs such as turnover rate, absenteeism, labor cost, headcount, etc. Working knowledge of current government regulations related to employment law including FMLA, ADA, WC, EOE, COBRA, and EEOC. Proficient computer skills required, including Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrated successful ability to build positive partnerships and work collaboratively with cross-functional business teams. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization. Excellent organizational skills, including ability to multi-task and prioritize workload. Ability to travel up to 20%. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: MBA. Professional in Human Resources (PHR). Prior ERP experience (PeopleSoft, Oracle, SAP). Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. Experience with employee engagement initiatives. Knowledge of safety and health regulations. Experience with conflict resolution and disciplinary processes. Familiarity with talent management and succession planning. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity. Shift Full or Part Time Full time Cabinetworks Group (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company. Cabinetworks Group is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information. E-Verify Participation Poster: English & Spanish E-verify Right to Work Poster: English, Spanish At Cabinetworks Group, our shared purpose is to build life into the kitchen — the place where people spend such a meaningful part of their personal and family lives, and the true heart of any home. We’re America’s largest privately held cabinetmaker, a best-in-class team of over 8,000 employees in 25 locations, including 19 manufacturing facilities. We design and manufacture the most comprehensive choice of kitchen cabinets in the country through 16 brands, among them iconic leaders like KraftMaid®, Medallion® and Merillat®. It is our people who build the life into this company, fueling our growth mindset. Together, we fully intend to reshape our industry, by bringing humanity and a collaborative spirit to every aspect of the customer experience. And to become its employer of choice. This is why a career with our company can be so satisfying, rewarding and worthwhile. To learn more about Cabinetworks Group, visit cabinetworksgroup.com.