Regional Human Resources Manager

Regional Human Resources Manager

Location: Regional / Territory-Based (with travel within the division)

Reports To: Divisional HR Manager

Position Type: Full-Time, Operational, Hands-on

Are You Ready to Champion Our Most Valuable Asset?

We are seeking a dynamic, high-energy Regional Human Resources Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves being close to the action. This isn't a "sit behind the desk" corporate role-this is a hands-on, deeply participatory, operational leadership position.

If you are a master multi-tasker, a passionate advocate for employee engagement, and an HR professional who loves the rewarding challenge of supporting multiple locations, we want you on our team. You will serve as the heartbeat of our regional operations, working closely with the Divisional HR Manager to drive talent strategy, support business needs, and foster an inclusive, high-performing culture.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

As our Regional HR Manager, you will wear many hats, balancing high-volume talent acquisition with meticulous HR administration and employee relations.

? Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Drive Full-Cycle Recruiting: Own all phases of employment, including high-volume recruiting, advertising, interviewing, testing, and placement.
• Welcome New Talent: Design and deliver engaging orientation programs to set up our new hires for long-term success.
• Offboarding & Advocacy: Conduct insightful exit interviews and represent the company in unemployment compensation hearings.

? Employee Relations & Engagement

• Culture Champion: Maintain a heavy focus on employee engagement, ensuring our workforce feels heard, valued, and motivated.
• Rapid Problem Solving: Investigate hotline calls and employee complaints swiftly and empathetically, seeking positive resolutions.
• Trusted Advisor: Serve as the primary point of contact for managers and employees on all HR-related matters.

? HR Operations & Administration

• Keep Us Moving: Process biweekly payroll with accuracy and efficiency.
• Benefits Guru: Administer comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, FMLA, and leave programs.
• Compliance & Records: Maintain, compute, and update crucial personnel files, I-9 files, and compliance reports in accordance with state and federal laws.

The Leadership Attributes We're Looking For

• Cool Under Pressure: You are an excellent crisis manager with high emotional control, able to guide teams through challenges to a successful resolution.
• Master of Time Management: You can effortlessly juggle multiple deadlines and prioritize complex HR issues concurrently.
• Exceptional Communicator: You are an active listener who knows how to deliver constructive feedback, coach leaders, and resolve conflicts confidently.
• Assertive & Professional: You possess a consistent, professional leadership style that commands respect and inspires confidence across our segments.

Qualifications & Experience

To thrive in this role, you should bring a strong mix of operational grit and HR expertise:

• Experience: 5 to 7 years of proven success as an HR Generalist or HR Manager.
• Industry Background: Manufacturing experience is required.
• Education: Bachelor's degree (BS) in HR Management or Business.
• Certifications: PHR or SPHR certification is highly preferred.
• Tech Savvy: Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel) with strong data literacy. Experience with ADP is highly preferred.
• Business Acumen: Ability to interpret general business periodicals, regulatory laws, and calculate essential figures (proportions, percentages, and commissions).
• Mobility: Ability to travel to various locations within your designated territory to support your teams face-to-face.

Physical Demands Note: This role requires active engagement across our locations. You will regularly be required to walk, stand, sit, and talk. Excellent close, distance, and peripheral vision are required to navigate our operational environments safely.

Why Join Us?

If you are looking for a role where no two days are the same, where your problem-solving skills will be tested and celebrated, and where you can truly impact the daily lives of employees-this is it. Apply today to take the next exciting step in your HR career!

Pratt Industries is one of America's largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.