Human Resources Manager

Title : Human Resources Manager

Reports to : Human Resources Director

Location: Magnolia, Arkansas

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Human Resources Manager to support a newly acquired company, unionized manufacturing operation. This role is responsible for leading HR at the site level while acting as a strategic business partner to operations leadership and a trusted resource for both hourly and salaried employees. The ideal candidate is a strong relationship builder with proven labour relations expertise, experience managing change in high-turnover environments, union experience and working in a multi-site environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong bias for action, accountability, integrity, and the ability to think like an owner. A visible presence on the manufacturing floor, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Maintain a strong and consistent presence on the shop floor to support employee engagement and operational effectiveness.
• Build credibility and trust with both production employees and office staff.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers and supervisors on employee relations matters and performance management.
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on accountability, communication, safety, and respect.

Union Management

• Serve as the primary HR lead for all union and labour relations matters.
• Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements and ensure compliance with labour legislation and company policies.
• Support grievance management, investigations, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Participate in union meetings, negotiations, and labour strategy discussions in partnership with leadership.
• Foster productive working relationships with union representatives and employees.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, labour standards, and internal policies.
• Oversee/Own HR processes including performance management, attendance management, investigations, and employee development.
• Maintain HR metrics and provide reporting and analysis to management.
• Support team with ADP Payroll.
• Collaborate with corporate and global HR teams on company-wide initiatives and best practices.

Recruitment & Training

• Lead recruitment efforts for hourly and salaried positions in a high-turnover manufacturing environment.
• Develop and implement retention strategies to improve employee engagement and workforce stability.
• Support onboarding, training, and workforce planning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 4-7 years of progressive HR experience within a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Strong labour relations and collective bargaining experience required.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, labour relations practices, and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently, influence leaders, and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Experience working within an ITAR and controlled goods environment is considered an asset.
• Spanish language skills are considered an asset.

Preferred Leadership Competencies

• Bias for action and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Thinks and acts like an owner with a strong sense of accountability.
• Resilient and adaptable in fast-paced environments.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability.
• Strong business partnership mindset.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with the aerospace and defense market
• Relocation assistance and sign-on support available
• Fully covered business travel expenses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance programs
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness and health support programs
• Professional development and career growth opportunities within a global aerospace organization

Why Join DART Aerospace

This role offers direct exposure to executive leadership and the opportunity to influence a high-impact aerospace aftermarket and defense growth strategy.

Note : Due to the nature of the products manufactured on site and applicable U.S. export control regulations, only eligible U.S. Persons will be considered for this role.