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Job Description

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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