HR Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Manager to join our growing manufacturing organization in Roselle, IL. This role will serve as a trusted business partner to leadership while managing the full spectrum of Human Resources functions across multiple manufacturing facilities.

The ideal candidate will combine strong HR leadership capabilities with hands-on operational expertise to drive organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, talent development, employee engagement, and change management initiatives. This position requires a proactive HR professional who can balance strategic planning with day-to-day execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

• Partner with executive leadership and operational managers to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Support organizational growth initiatives through workforce planning and talent management programs.
• Provide guidance and coaching to leaders on employee relations, performance management, and organizational development.
• Lead and support change management initiatives across multiple facilities.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Manage complex employee relations matters independently and effectively.
• Conduct investigations and provide recommendations on employee issues.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.

Talent Management

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Develop and implement succession planning and leadership development programs.
• Support performance management processes and employee development plans.
• Foster a positive workplace culture that promotes engagement and accountability.

HR Operations

• Oversee HR administration, employee records, and HRIS management.
• Analyze HR metrics and provide insights to support business decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and programs.
• Support compensation, benefits, and workforce analytics initiatives.

Multi-Site Support

• Provide HR leadership and support across multiple manufacturing locations.
• Collaborate with facility leadership teams to address workforce challenges and opportunities.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and practices across all sites.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience .
• Strong experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, defense, or similar operational environments .
• Demonstrated experience supporting organizational growth and transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex employee relations issues.
• Experience partnering with leadership teams and influencing business decisions.
• Strong knowledge of HR compliance, employment law, and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (Required).
• Multi-state HR experience.
• Strong HRIS systems expertise and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Experience building scalable HR programs, policies, and processes.
• Background in employee engagement, culture development, and organizational effectiveness.