Human Resource Manager

Lead HR strategy and daily execution for a manufacturing facility, ensuring compliant, people-centered practices that support plant goals.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day human resources operations for the facility.
• Communicate, reinforce, and apply employee relations principles and practices across the organization.
• Interpret, administer, and maintain HR policies and procedures while aligning HR plans to business objectives.
• Oversee key HR functions including talent acquisition, onboarding, compensation administration, performance management, employee development, and retention.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate employee and leadership training programs.
• Manage payroll processing and HR Information Systems (HRIS) to support accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Track employment law and regulatory changes and ensure ongoing organizational compliance.
• Coach managers and employees on employee relations, performance issues, conflict resolution, and workplace concerns.
• Support organizational initiatives such as continuous improvement, workforce planning, affirmative action programs, integrations, acquisitions, and restructuring activities.
• Analyze HR trends and metrics; recommend improvements to strengthen organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
• Lead and participate in employee engagement activities, committees, and improvement teams.
• Partner with plant leadership to address workforce challenges and support operational priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive Human Resources experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Experience delivering presentations and facilitating training for large groups.

Technologies

• HR Information Systems (HRIS)

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year (may vary by location)
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• PHR or SPHR certification
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills
• Experience supporting organizational change, acquisitions, or workforce restructuring initiatives

Location and Work Setting

• Manchester, IA
• Onsite

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