Human Resources Manager - Manufacturing - Base Salary to 110k/year - Somerset, PA
Our client is a growing manufacturing organization known for its commitment to operational excellence, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. They are seeking a Human Resources Manager to support plant operations and lead HR initiatives across a manufacturing environment. The Human Resources Manager will serve as a key partner to plant leadership, balancing strategic HR initiatives with hands-on support across employee relations, compliance, and talent development.
Responsibilities:
Serve as the primary HR partner to plant leadership, supporting day-to-day HR operations in a manufacturing environment
Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations, conflict resolution, coaching, and performance management
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, etc.)
Support full-cycle recruiting efforts for hourly and salaried positions, including workforce planning and onboarding
Oversee HR lifecycle processes including onboarding, performance reviews, compensation planning, and offboarding
Analyze HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, headcount, etc.) to identify trends and drive improvements
Partner with leadership to develop and implement employee retention and engagement initiatives
Assist with benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee communication
Maintain and update employee records within HRIS systems
Support training and development initiatives for both hourly and salaried employees
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
3+ years of Human Resources experience
Strong employee relations experience, including investigations and performance management
Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Experience with HRIS systems (such as ADP, Paycom, UKG, Workday, or similar)
Ability to partner with operations leadership in a high-volume, plant-based environment
Professional certifications such as PHR or SHRM-CP are a plus