JOB POSTING
The HR Manager will play a key role in the launch and ongoing operation of a new manufacturing facility. This position will help establish the site’s workforce, HR infrastructure, and employee practices while supporting the day-to-day HR needs of a growing manufacturing operation.
This role will support the launch of a new U.S.-based manufacturing site. During the initial onboarding and ramp-up period, the selected candidate will be expected to travel to Illinois for training, stakeholder relationship-building, and alignment with the broader HR and business teams. Travel is currently anticipated at approximately 40% during the initial phase, with flexibility in how visits are scheduled based on business needs. Travel expectations may decrease as project approvals progress and the new site becomes operational.
The ideal candidate brings strong HR generalist and manager-level experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with hands-on exposure to production-floor operations and close partnership with operational leaders. Experience supporting a new site launch is valuable but not required; the ability to build structure and support a growing operation is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead HR activities for site launch, including workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and communications
- Support high-volume hiring across production, warehouse, technical, and professional roles
- Manage full-cycle recruitment and staffing vendor relationships
- Establish and standardize HR policies, procedures, and site practices
- Serve as a trusted advisor to managers on employee relations, performance, and policy matters
- Partner cross-functionally with operations, safety, payroll, and corporate HR
- Support onboarding, training readiness, and workforce planning
- Oversee core HR functions including employee relations, benefits, leave administration, payroll support, and compliance
- Maintain accurate HR records and ensure audit readiness
- Drive employee engagement and culture-building initiatives
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
- 8+ years of HR experience, including strong experience supporting manufacturing or industrial operations
- Strong HR generalist background across employee relations, recruiting, compliance, and HR operations
- Experience partnering directly with operations leaders and supporting employees in a production-floor environment
- Experience with high-volume hiring and workforce planning
- Knowledge of employment law and HR compliance
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to build structure and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting a new site launch, greenfield/brownfield startup, or rapid-growth environment
- HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR)
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills
Additional Location Consideration
Location may be subject to business needs, with potential consideration for Illinois, Texas, North Carolina, or Georgia.