Responsibilities

Develop and execute HR strategies that support organizational objectives and promote a high-performance culture.
Labor Law Expertise particularly around union environments and shift work policies.
Clear and effective communication with all levels of the workforce.
Ability to solve problems in high-pressure or crisis scenarios like plant shutdowns, labor disputes, etc.
Oversee benefits administration to ensure competitive and compliant employee offerings.
Manage employee relations by addressing workplace issues, facilitating conflict resolution, and maintaining open communication channels.
Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and affirmative action requirements.
Lead the design and implementation of performance appraisal systems and employee engagement initiatives.
Develop and manage total rewards programs including compensation, benefits, and recognition.
Create and maintain succession plans to identify and develop future organizational leaders.
Provide guidance and support to HR generalists and other team members to ensure consistent HR service delivery.
Oversee full-cycle recruiting to attract skilled labor and technical talent.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (e.g., OSHA, FMLA, EEOC).
Maintain HR policies, handbooks, and documentation in line with manufacturing regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
10+ years in HR roles, with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role in manufacturing.
Professional HR certification such as SHRM-SCP or SPHR.
Strong knowledge of employment law, benefits administration, and employee relations.
Proven experience with performance appraisal systems and total rewards program management.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement affirmative action and succession planning strategies.
Manufacturing HR Experience - deep understanding of the challenges in production environments
Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic organizational environment.
Familiarity with HRIS systems and data analytics for HR decision-making.
Experience leading diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Ability to lead HR teams and influence plant-level leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Human Resources Management or an MBA with HR focus.
Former Experience as a Human Resource Director within a Manuacturing Working environment

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