HR Manager

About Sika 

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. 

Sika is a specialty chemical company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry.  Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide.  In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the trnsformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatability.  Approximately 33,000 employees generated CHF11.20 billion in sales in 2025.

Sika is looking for an experienced HR Manager to join our growing team in Gastonia NC.  The HR Manager would be supporting our Automotive & Industry business units.

At Sika, the HR Manager will play a key role in Implementation and hands-on handling of a wide variety of Human Resources and Facility Operational duties, including policies, practices, and programs to support staffing, employee relations, benefits and compensation, performance management and training

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain cost effective recruitment and selection activities to insure a pool of qualified candidates for every open position.. This includes working with the hiring manager to develop selection criteria, prepare job requisitions, prepare and post internal job postings, 
• Analyze headcount, turnover and other personnel statistics and make recommendations for new/revised policies and procedures regarding employment
• Recommends policy, practice, and procedure revisions.
• Administer all related workflows for increases, promotions, transfers, terminations, performance appraisals, etc.; maintain all related records in the HRIS system and files
• Oversees and drives Salary Administration, and Performance Review process, as well as Talent Management annually
• Manages the relocation process for new employees working with other HR leaders globally as needed and with the Compensation Team
• Directs employee development efforts, and training agendas in alignment with the Operations Team
• Sponsors Employee Relations events, and spearheads volunteer activity agendas to support the corporate goals
• Works closely with the site Safety Manager to support Sika's Safety Policy and implementation of all initiatives and safety programs
• Provides Human Resource policy interpretation for all employees.
• Maintains all employment records, including:  Employment files, Medical files, Training Logs,etc.
• Represents Sika Corporation in Worker’s Compensation, Unemployment Compensation, Legal, and Community matters.
• Coordinate all separations from employment and conducts exit interviews.
• Supervises Human Resources department employees.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources or related field and a minimum of 5-7 years of solid Human Resouces experience.  Detail oriented professional.
• Proven leadership and organizational experience.   PC literate with our prevailing software and systems.
• Experience with ADP and Success FActors preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Strong analytical and problem solving ability.  Dedicated to customer satisfaction and excellent interpersonal skills.

Perks & Benefits  

• 401k with Generous Company Match   

• Bonuses  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits  

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Life Insurance 

• Disability Insurance 

• Paid time off, Paid holidays 

• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time 

• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements  

• Education Assistance 

• Professional Development Opportunities  

• Employee Referral Program & More!  

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilites of each role.  Compensation is determined based on skills relevant to the position, education, and or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.  

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.