Senior HR Manager

Serve as the primary liaison between management and union representatives. Lead grievance investigations, disciplinary actions, and arbitration processes. Support contract negotiations and labor strategy development. Leverage extensive employee relations experience under a collective bargaining agreement. Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Provide coaching and support to supervisors and employees. Conduct investigations and resolve employee concerns in a timely, fair manner. Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried roles. Partner with operations to ensure staffing levels meet 24/7 production demands. Support performance management, succession planning, and employee development. Lead a team of three HR professionals while supporting attract‑and‑retain objectives and HR initiatives. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA). Maintain accurate HR records and reporting. Lead safety and wellness initiatives in collaboration with EHS teams. Monitor key HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, etc.) and recommend improvements. Facilitate reporting of HR analytics, monthly HR initiatives, and company announcements. Promote change initiatives through proactive communication and relationship building. Introduce and support continuous improvement concepts while providing guidance and oversight to reach intended objectives. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (equivalent experience will be considered). 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting in an HR Generalist, HRBP, or HR Manager role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Superior operational abilities and extensive knowledge of HR disciplines including compensation, benefits, health management, and talent development. Experience in paper, pulp, or similar heavy manufacturing industries. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills. Proven ability to build trust and credibility with both hourly and salaried employees. Hands‑on, approachable leadership style with a strong sense of urgency. Why is This a Great Opportunity: Seeking a Senior HR Manager for a growing paper packaging manufacturer in the Pryor, Oklahoma area. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic HR initiatives in a dynamic, unionized manufacturing environment while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. #J-18808-Ljbffr