HR Manager

The HR Manager oversees all aspects of HR with a focus on scaling workforce capabilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role combines both strategic and hands-on leadership in talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, compensation, organizational development, and culture. This role ensures HR initiatives align with business goals, supports growth while maintaining compliance, and demonstrates resilience and effectiveness under pressure. 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with overall business objectives.
• Lead workforce planning and recruitment efforts to support company growth and customer demands.
• Oversee performance management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Design and administer compensation, benefits, and incentive programs that support retention and scalability.
• Establish and maintain HR policies, procedures, and systems to ensure operational efficiency.
• Partner with executives and managers to support organizational change initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support on complex employee relations issues, ensuring consistency and fairness.
• Promote and sustain a positive workplace culture that emphasizes accountability, collaboration, and safety.
• Ensure HR programs support both hourly production staff and professional/technical roles critical to customer delivery and employee growth.
• Leverage HR data and workforce analytics to identify trends, forecast talent needs, and guide evidence-based decisions that improve employee engagement, retention, and business performance.
• Support workforce planning by analyzing current capabilities, forecasting future talent needs, and aligning staffing strategies with organizational goals to ensure the right people are in the right roles at the right time.
• Serve as a member of and trusted advisor to the leadership team and a role model of accountability, transparency, and collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience scaling HR functions during periods of rapid growth or organizational change.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements at the federal, state, and local level.
• Proven ability to operate effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and maintain composure in stressful environments.
• Strong business acumen.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.