Human Resources Manager

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Investigations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including performance issues, attendance concerns, policy interpretation, and conflict resolution
• Lead and conduct workplace investigations (including employee complaints, harassment, misconduct, and policy violations), ensuring thorough documentation, timely resolution, and appropriate follow‑up
• Coach and advise supervisors and managers on corrective action, performance management, and employee communications
• Partner with leadership to address morale, engagement, and retention concerns at the plant level

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure consistent application of company policies, procedures, and employment practices
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (EEO, FMLA, ADA, etc.)
• Support and manage employee documentation, personnel files, and HR records
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding HR policies, benefits questions, and workplace concerns

Leadership & Plant Support

• Act as a visible, approachable HR presence on the plant floor
• Build strong relationships with hourly employees, supervisors, and plant leadership
• Provide guidance during organizational changes, disciplinary actions, and employee terminations
• Support onboarding, orientation, and training initiatives for new hires

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with hourly and salaried recruiting as needed, in partnership with corporate or local recruiting resources
• Support performance review processes and employee development initiatives
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives aligned with business and plant needs

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong employee relations background, including hands‑on experience conducting workplace investigations
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
• Strong communication, documentation, and conflict‑resolution skills

Preferred

• Experience supporting hourly manufacturing populations
• HRIS experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office
• PHR or SHRM‑CP certification a plus