Senior Manager, HR Data Office

HUMAN RESOURCES SENIOR MANAGER
A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking a Human Resources Leader to support site operations and act as the main people partner for plant leadership. This role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end HR operations, driving a strong employee experience, and aligning people practices with business and operational priorities.
This position has a strong operational focus and works closely with site leadership to support workforce effectiveness, culture, and compliance.

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Human Resources Leader will serve as the primary HR contact for site leadership and operations, own and continuously improve people-related processes across the employee lifecycle, provide leadership, coaching, and direction to the local HR team, and act as a trusted advisor to management on employee relations, labor topics, and organizational effectiveness.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & PROFILE
~10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
~7+ years of HR experience in manufacturing, industrial, or automotive environments.
~ Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
~ Ability to navigate complex employee relations and unionized environments.
~ Strong problem-solving mindset with an operational, hands-on approach.
~ Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with plant leadership to align people initiatives with business and operational objectives.
Lead and develop the local HR team to ensure strong execution of HR processes.
Design, implement, and improve HR practices related to talent management, performance management, compensation planning, employee relations, and workforce planning.
Support labor relations activities, including union interactions and contract-related topics.
Act as the HR liaison between operations and employee representatives.
Lead engagement, culture, and retention initiatives at site level.
Drive local recruitment efforts in coordination with corporate or shared service teams.
Oversee onboarding, orientation, and career development initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and internal policies.
Support headcount planning, budgeting, and cost control related to personnel.
Maintain HR reporting, organizational charts, and position controls.
Manage community and external HR-related relationships.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
This role operates in a manufacturing environment with frequent interaction across the plant and office areas. Strong interpersonal communication and presence are essential.