HR Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead all site-level HR functions for a growing manufacturing operation. This individual will serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership while maintaining a strong presence on the production floor. The ideal candidate is an operationally focused HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is comfortable balancing employee relations, recruiting, compliance, leadership coaching, and workforce development.

This role requires a visible, approachable leader who can build trust with employees at all levels while driving HR initiatives that support safety, productivity, engagement, and retention.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Leadership Support

• Serve as the primary HR resource for all employees and leaders at the facility.
• Coach managers and supervisors on performance management, employee development, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Conduct workplace investigations and manage employee relations matters.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable workplace culture.
• Partner with leadership to drive employee engagement and retention initiatives.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for hourly, skilled trades, and salaried positions.
• Develop sourcing strategies to attract top manufacturing talent.
• Manage onboarding programs to ensure successful employee integration.
• Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives.

Compliance & HR Administration

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Administer employee policies, procedures, and handbook updates.
• Manage leave administration, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and workers' compensation.
• Support payroll, benefits, and HRIS-related employee inquiries.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.

Training & Organizational Development

• Identify training needs and coordinate leadership development programs.
• Support performance review processes and individual development planning.
• Promote continuous improvement and employee growth initiatives.
• Develop and facilitate HR-related training programs.

Manufacturing Floor Partnership

• Maintain a regular presence on the production floor and within operational departments.
• Build strong relationships with employees across all shifts.
• Partner with operations leaders on staffing, productivity, attendance, and retention challenges.
• Support safety initiatives and reinforce a culture of accountability and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in Human Resources, including direct management of employees, HR teams, or HR programs.
• Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or production environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, labor laws, performance management, recruiting, and compliance.
• Proven ability to influence and partner with leaders at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.