Human Resources Manager

HR Manager

Location: Clarksville, TN (On-Site)

Reports To: Controller

Summary:

We are partnering with a manufacturing company that is seeking an HR Manager to lead human resources operations across two manufacturing facilities.

This role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys partnering closely with operations leaders, supporting a large hourly workforce, and building strong employee relationships in a manufacturing environment. The HR Manager will oversee recruiting, employee relations, onboarding, payroll administration, compliance, and workforce planning while serving as a trusted advisor to plant leadership.

What You'll Do

HR Leadership & Employee Support

• Lead day-to-day HR operations across both manufacturing locations.
• Partner with plant leaders to support workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational needs.
• Supervise and develop the Talent Acquisition Manager while ensuring consistency in HR practices company-wide.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on employee relations, performance management, attendance, and workplace conduct.
• Maintain a visible and approachable HR presence within the plants.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Partner with operations leaders to forecast staffing needs and develop hiring strategies.
• Manage job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offers, and onboarding processes.
• Coordinate relationships with staffing agencies and temporary labor providers.
• Monitor recruiting metrics including turnover, vacancies, time-to-fill, and agency utilization.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Investigate employee concerns and workplace issues while ensuring proper documentation and follow-through.
• Coach supervisors and managers through corrective actions, performance reviews, and employee development discussions.
• Address sensitive employee relations matters and escalate legal or compliance concerns when appropriate.

Training & Development

• Coordinate onboarding and orientation programs for new hires.
• Support training initiatives related to safety, policies, and job-specific development.
• Identify opportunities for employee growth, cross-training, succession planning, and internal advancement.

Compensation, Benefits & HR Administration

• Administer employee benefits, PTO programs, HRIS records, and employee communications.
• Support compensation processes and employee data management.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and required employment documentation.
• Assist in developing and updating HR policies, procedures, and job descriptions.

Payroll Oversight

• Review and approve hourly and salaried payroll submissions.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on schedule.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and exceptions in a timely manner.

Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

• Ensure HR practices remain compliant with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Support workers' compensation, return-to-work programs, leave administration, and employment recordkeeping.
• Partner with plant and safety leaders to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• Assist with audits, claims, investigations, and regulatory reporting as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably within manufacturing, distribution, or other hourly workforce environments.
• Experience supporting multiple locations preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience and leadership of HR staff strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of recruiting, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, payroll, and employment law.
• Experience working with staffing agencies, HRIS platforms, payroll systems, and timekeeping applications.
• Strong communication, coaching, investigative, and problem-solving skills.