Plant Human Resources Manager

Blue Chip Talent , in partnership with a manufacturing organization, is seeking a skilled Plant Human Resources Manager . This role is responsible for leading plant-level HR operations, managing union labor relations, and driving employee engagement initiatives within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will partner closely with plant leadership to support workforce strategy, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.

Job Duties

• Lead deployment and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and systems within the manufacturing facility
• Manage labor relations activities, including grievance handling, disciplinary actions, arbitration support, and collective bargaining agreement interpretation
• Partner with plant leadership to support workforce planning, organizational design, and culture initiatives
• Oversee employee relations investigations involving complaints, misconduct allegations, and policy violations
• Support hiring, performance management, compensation administration, and employee development initiatives
• Facilitate compliance and operational training programs across multiple shifts and departments
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned with operational and people-focused goals
• Provide HR leadership and guidance to supervisors, managers, and frontline employees in a unionized environment

Skills & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline
• 5+ years of HR leadership experience within a manufacturing or plant environment
• Hands-on experience supporting unionized workforces and UAW labor relations
• Experience managing grievances, disciplinary actions, and collective bargaining agreement interpretation
• Knowledge of employment law, OSHA, EEO, and labor compliance regulations
• Experience supporting multi-shift manufacturing operations
• Familiarity with HRIS, payroll systems, and applicant tracking systems
• Experience leading HR teams and supporting large employee populations

Desired

• PHR or SPHR certification
• Experience supporting automotive or high-volume manufacturing operations
• Background in organizational design and change management initiatives
• Experience partnering with executive-level plant leadership
• Exposure to employee engagement and culture transformation programs
• Experience overseeing occupational health or EHS-related HR functions

Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth. We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.