What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at Placon Corporation?
We're looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to support our West Springfield, MA facility, who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and enjoys leading people, improving processes, and supporting a positive workplace culture. If you're skilled in HR operations, employee relations, and talent management, this role puts your expertise at the center of our success.
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience, plus full benefits.
Work Schedule
Full‑time, onsite role based in West Springfield, MA. Monday – Friday | 7 AM – 4 PM with occasional travel (up to 10%) to corporate facility.
Why Placon – You'll Love It Here
If you feel that this job is what you're looking for, applying is a piece of cake - just follow the instructions on this page. Good luck!
Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).
Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.
Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience, plus full benefits.
Work Schedule
Full‑time, onsite role based in West Springfield, MA. Monday – Friday | 7 AM – 4 PM with occasional travel (up to 10%) to corporate facility.
Why Placon – You'll Love It Here
- A strategic, boots on the ground, hands‑on HR leadership role
- Opportunity to influence culture and support organizational growth
- Collaborative environment with strong leadership support
- Competitive pay, benefits, and professional development opportunities
- Talent Acquisition: Lead full‑cycle recruiting, staffing, and onboarding for the location
- Employee Relations: Manage performance, policy administration, coaching, and workplace investigations
- Leave & Claim Management: Oversee PFML, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and related compliance
- Retention & Culture: Conduct exit interviews and support initiatives that strengthen engagement
- Leadership Support: Provide coaching, guidance, and HR partnership to managers and employees
- Compliance & Policy: Ensure consistent application of policies and employment laws
- HRIS & Payroll Operations: Manage HRIS/timekeeping accuracy, approve timecards, support payroll, and complete monthly HR reporting
- Bachelor's degree in HR or related field
- 5–7 years of progressive HR generalist experience (manufacturing preferred)
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and decision‑making skills
- Knowledge of employment law, HRIS systems, and Microsoft Office
- High attention to detail, confidentiality, and ability to manage multiple priorities
If you feel that this job is what you're looking for, applying is a piece of cake - just follow the instructions on this page. Good luck!
Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).
Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.
Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.