People & Culture (HR) Operations Manager

About the Role We are seeking a practical, experienced People & Culture (P&C) Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day HR function at our client's Indiana manufacturing facility. This is not a traditional HR Generalist role, nor a purely strategic leadership position. Instead, it is ideal for a hands‑on HR leader who excels at balancing execution with operational oversight. You will be accountable for ensuring the P&C function runs effectively—delivering consistent support to leaders and employees, improving processes, and driving better business outcomes. Working closely with the Chief People Officer, you will independently manage most day-to-day operations while bringing forward insights, recommendations, and solutions grounded in both HR expertise and operational realities. This is an on‑site role (5 days per week) in a manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the effectiveness of People & Culture operations for the Indiana facility. Set priorities, allocate resources, and ensure focus on high-impact work. Partner with plant leadership on workforce planning and staffing. Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and agency/vendor performance. Manage employee benefits programs and vendor relationships. Oversee attendance, leave, and accommodation programs. Provide guidance on employee relations and lead complex cases. Ensure accuracy of HR systems, payroll support, and data reporting. Maintain compliance with employment laws and company policies. Lead and develop local P&C team members. What Success Looks Like Trusted P&C lead for the Indiana facility. Improved structure, accountability, and operational effectiveness. Strong relationships with plant leadership and employees. Enhanced processes, service levels, and employee experience. Proactive identification and mitigation of risks. Qualifications 5–10+ years of HR/P&C experience, including operations or management roles. Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments preferred. Strong experience across employee relations, staffing, benefits, and HR operations. Proven ability to independently manage HR operations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Compensation $110,000 – $120,000 USD base salary plus annual incentive and ~10% bonus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Management Recruiters of Zionsville