Human Resources Manager - Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the human resources function at the flagship manufacturing facility in the Chicagoland area. This highly visible position will serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership while overseeing day-to-day HR operations and supporting a diverse manufacturing workforce.

The HR Manager will be responsible for employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, workforce planning, compliance, training, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR leader who is comfortable working directly with employees and managers in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Lead all human resources activities for the manufacturing facility.
• Serve as a strategic HR partner and trusted advisor to plant leadership.
• Develop and implement HR programs that support operational and organizational objectives.
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, and performance concerns.
• Coach managers and supervisors on leadership, employee relations, performance management, and company policies.
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and retention initiatives for hourly and salaried employees.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and succession planning.
• Manage the performance review and employee development processes.
• Identify training needs and coordinate leadership, compliance, and employee-development programs.
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on accountability, communication, safety, and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, and reporting.
• Monitor HR metrics and recommend improvements related to turnover, retention, attendance, staffing, and employee engagement.
• Partner with corporate HR and other company locations on broader HR initiatives and best practices.
• Support change-management and continuous-improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Five or more years of progressive human resources experience.
• HR leadership experience within a manufacturing environment is required.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, employee relations, performance management, and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence employees and leaders at all levels of an organization.
• Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employee populations.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to balance strategic responsibilities with hands-on HR support.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is preferred.