Human Resources Manager

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Patrick Industries, a publicly traded company headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, invites you to join a team of dedicated Team Members who are passionate about delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service.

• Act as the primary HR contact for employees and supervisors across multiple manufacturing sites, providing daily support and guidance on a wide range of workplace issues and HR processes.
• Address employee relations matters including interpersonal conflicts, behavioral concerns, and performance challenges by working directly with employees and frontline leaders to resolve issues and maintain a productive work environment.
• Conduct internal investigations related to complaints, misconduct, and policy violations by gathering statements, reviewing documentation, and coordinating with site leadership on outcomes and next steps.
• Assist employees with navigating HR systems and mobile applications, including logging time-off requests, updating benefit elections, reviewing pay statements, and submitting payroll adjustments.
• Build strong relationships with employees on the shop floor through regular presence, active listening, and follow-through on concerns and questions.
• Coordinate and facilitate onboarding for new hires, including orientation sessions, initial training schedules, and integration into plant operations.
• Identify training needs across departments and organize sessions for compliance, safety, leadership development, and operational skills.
• Support recruiting efforts for hourly and salaried roles by partnering with hiring managers, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews and hiring logistics.
• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures to reflect current practices and legal requirements and communicate changes clearly to employees and supervisors.
• Participate in site-level safety meetings and support safety-related training initiatives, working with operations leadership to reinforce safety protocols and promote awareness.
• Collaborate with plant leadership to promote a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement throughout the workforce.
• Provide bilingual support in English and Spanish to ensure accessibility of HR services and communications for all employees.
• Administer and support leave of absence processes including FMLA, ADA accommodations, short-term disability, and workers’ compensation claims by guiding employees through documentation, coordinating with third-party providers, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
• Mentor and support HR team members and operational leaders by sharing knowledge, coaching on HR practices, and fostering professional growth.

• 5+ years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Strong working knowledge of employment law, investigations, and employee relations.
• Experience supporting employees with HRIS systems and mobile applications.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a plant-based, high-volume environment.
• Proven ability to build trust and credibility with employees and leadership.
• Experience mentoring others and promoting HR best practices across teams.
• Experience supporting multiple sites/business units highly desired.
• Strong accountability and follow-through skills.
• Strong analytical/critical thinking.
• High level of personal integrity (self-esteem, confidence, honesty, respect) necessary.
• Align with Patrick Industries “BETTER Together” mentality by pursuing Balance, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, Empowerment, and Respect.

Patrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location:

Elkhart, Indiana, 46516

Work Arrangement: on-site