Head of Employee Relations & HR Compliance

Human Resources Manager Job

Human Resources

If you thrive in fast-paced industrial environments and enjoy influencing leaders, building strong cultures, and driving measurable business results through people—this role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact.

TheHuman Resources Manageris a key member of the site leadership team, responsible for driving people strategy and HR excellence across a multi-site manufacturing footprint. Supporting both the Beaumont, TX facility and a secondary site in Pineville, LA, this role plays a critical part in aligning business objectives with talent, culture, and organizational effectiveness. This position operates at both a strategic and hands-on level, partnering closely with plant and business leaders to enhance workforce performance, lead change initiatives, and foster a positive employee experience. You will oversee the full employee lifecycle while ensuring consistent, compliant, and impactful HR processes across sites.

HR Business Partnership & Leadership

Serve as a trusted advisor and active member of site leadership teams

Partner with leaders to define and execute site-level HR strategy aligned with business goals

Provide coaching and guidance on leadership effectiveness, team performance, and employee engagement

Support consistent HR practices and employee experience across multiple sites

Talent Management & Employee Experience

Lead the full employee lifecycle including recruiting, onboarding, development, performance, and retention

Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture

Drive employee engagement initiatives and action planning

HR Operations & Process Excellence

Implement and manage core HR processes including performance management, talent reviews, and compensation practices

Ensure accuracy of HR data and effective use of HR systems

Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver best-in-class programs and solutions

Leverage HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and track performance

Employee Relations & Compliance

Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and corrective action

Conduct investigations and partner with legal resources when appropriate

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Lead, coach, and develop a small HR and training team

Promote professional growth and capability building within the team

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.

• Master’s degree or HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, etc.) 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partnering
• 2+ years of experience in an HR leadership or management role
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, talent management, and HR processes
• Strong analytical skills with experience using HR metrics and data to drive decisions
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed and multi-site environment
• Experience with HR systems (SAP, SuccessFactors, or similar) preferred

Travel: Up to 20% to support secondary site and business needs

Manufacturing setting supporting plant operations

Arkema is a world leader inInnovative Materials for a Sustainable Worldwith the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive asOne Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through ( to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together.The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.

Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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