Senior HR Manager — Manufacturing & Talent Strategy

Position Responsibilities: Partner with site operations leaders to design and implement proactive employee relations programs that foster positive morale and engagement. Develop and execute innovative, cost-effective strategies to attract, hire, and retain top talent across all levels of the organization. Lead staffing and recruitment activities, including manpower planning, full-cycle recruiting for salaried staff, and direct hiring for production team members. Manage all aspects of onboarding, including background checks, drug screenings, offer letters, new hire paperwork, and orientation. Maintain HR systems and databases, ensuring accurate payroll and employee records. Oversee employee leaves of absence, unemployment claims, and policy compliance. Partner with Corporate HR on communications, compensation, benefits, and policy development to ensure consistency and compliance. Manage local compensation programs, including performance appraisals, wage rate administration, and annual increase recommendations. Support employee benefits administration, responding to inquiries and assisting staff and supervisors. Collaborate with corporate and cross-site HR teams on projects and initiatives as needed. Provide leadership to HR staff, including coaching, performance reviews, and career development. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field required. 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role. Experience working in a manufacturing environment required. Strong background in HRIS systems; Workday experience preferred. Demonstrated project management skills. Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development