Human Resources (HR) Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead people-focused initiatives at our Elizabethtown, Kentucky location. This role is ideal for someone who can build trust across the plant, address employee concerns with confidence, and help shape a positive, accountable workplace culture. The successful candidate will partner closely with leaders and employees to strengthen engagement, support organizational change, and reduce turnover through practical HR strategies.

Responsibilities:
• Lead day-to-day employee relations efforts by addressing workplace concerns, guiding conflict resolution, and promoting fair, consistent HR practices across the site.
• Partner with plant leadership to foster a strong workplace culture that encourages engagement, accountability, and respect at every level of the organization.
• Develop and implement retention initiatives aimed at improving employee satisfaction and reducing turnover in a manufacturing environment.
• Maintain a visible presence on the plant floor to build relationships with employees, understand operational challenges, and provide hands-on HR support.
• Advise managers on performance issues, corrective actions, policy interpretation, and other people-related matters to ensure sound decision-making.
• Oversee HR administrative activities, including policy communication, documentation, and support for employee benefit-related processes.
• Support organizational change efforts by helping leaders communicate effectively, manage transitions, and maintain workforce stability during periods of change.
• Identify trends in employee feedback, attendance, and morale, then recommend actions that improve the overall employee experience.• Proven experience in human resources management, with strong capability in employee relations and workplace issue resolution.
• Demonstrated success influencing workplace culture and building credibility with both leadership and frontline employees.
• Experience creating or supporting retention strategies that help lower employee turnover.
• Solid knowledge of HR administration, employee policies, and benefit-related processes.
• Ability to lead through change and provide clear guidance during evolving business needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to address sensitive situations directly and professionally.
• Comfortable working in a plant environment and remaining actively engaged with employees on the floor.