Human Resources Manager

Human Resource Manager (Manufacturing Environment)

Full Time Role.

Wiggins, MS

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate brings experience in manufacturing environments, labor contract administration, and fostering a positive, productive relationship with union leadership while driving compliance and HR best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Labor & Employee Relations:

• Serve as the primary HR contact for union leadership and represent management in labor relations matters.
• Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
• Assist in grievance handling, disciplinary actions, and dispute resolution in accordance with union contracts.
• Prepare documentation and participate in arbitration, negotiations, and contract renewal processes.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration between management and union employees.

HR Operations & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Track attendance, vacation, turnover and assist in payroll functions
• Identify areas of improvement with mill leadership and create policies/procedures
• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation.

Recruitment & Staffing:

• Work with plant leadership to identify staffing needs and implement workforce planning strategies.
• Manage hiring and onboarding for both hourly (union) and salaried roles.
• Oversee internal job bidding and postings per the union agreement.

Performance Management & Development:

• Support supervisors and managers in administering performance evaluations, attendance management, and corrective action.
• Identify training needs and coaching employees on development programs for both hourly and salaried staff.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Support annual open enrollment and benefits communication.
• Ensure accurate pay practices in coordination with payroll, especially with union wage scales and CBA provisions.

Culture & Engagement:

• Lead and join cross-functional teams for employee recognition programs and employee retention and engagement efforts.
• Foster a respectful, safe, and inclusive workplace culture in line with company values and union expectations.

What we need from you:

• Bachelors Degree in Business or Human Resource Management preferred
• 3-5 years working in a manufacturing multi location setting preferred
• Experience with contract resolution and labor laws
• Strong communication, time management and organizational skills
• Strong work ethic and detail oriented
• Self-motivation and ability to work both independently and with a team
• Ability to travel 10%

Working Conditions:

• Climate controlled office space
• Exposure to the manufacturing facility with high humidity, variable temperature, noise and dust.
• Some exposure to odors, chemicals, grease, and oils.