Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager serves as CEPA & Qualastat's on-site operational owner responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of the HR function for its three locations (two in Chandler, AZ and one in Gettysburg, PA). Serving as the primary operational partner, this position translates strategic priorities into effective operational execution by leading HR operations, implementing organizational initiatives, and ensuring a consistent, compliant, and high-quality employee experience that supports continued growth.

This role is well suited for a highly analytical, intellectually curious, execution-oriented, and people-centered HR professional who enjoys building processes, solving complex operational challenges, and transforming ideas into action within an evolving organization where priorities shift quickly and adaptability is essential. The HR Manager is a service-oriented leader who combines operational excellence with an approachable, empathetic, and collaborative style, building trusted relationships across the organization while anticipating and balancing the needs of employees, managers, and the business.

Serving as a highly visible, accessible, and trusted HR business partner, this position proactively develops relationships with employees, managers, and leaders across a diverse manufacturing workforce, anticipating needs and addressing challenges before they escalate. The HR Manager owns the day-to-day execution of the employee lifecycle and HR operations, leading employee relations, talent acquisition, total rewards, leave administration, workforce analytics, organizational integration, and continuous improvement initiatives that support CEPA & Qualastat's ongoing growth and operational excellence.

Balancing the facets of HR with genuine care for people, this position creates an environment where employees feel supported, managers are empowered and equipped to lead effectively, and organizational priorities are executed with consistency, empathy, and accountability.

Minimum Qualifications

This is an on-site, not remote, position requiring reporting to two Chandler, Arizona locations (currently across a parking lot from each other and will eventually be consolidated under one roof) and quarterly travel to Qualastat's Gettysburg, Pennsylvania location. This role supports two separate businesses.

Education:

Bachelor's degree. Demonstrated ongoing education and certifications desirable.

Experience:

Five (5) years of experience in a dedicated human resources function, in a manufacturing or value-added distributor organization – at least three (3) of which have been in a manager or business partner role.

Knowledge:
Working knowledge of HRIS system administration, benefits, talent acquisition (recruitment and onboarding), employee relations, compensation, performance management, and promoting/developing company culture. Demonstrated ability to improve processes, diagnose problems, and navigate complex interpersonal issues towards resolution. Must have working knowledge of Arizona state labor and wage/hour laws. Training will be provided on internal CEPA/Qualastat/Trexon processes and systems, as required for this position.

Skills:

Must be detail-oriented, responsive, accessible, self-motivated, hands-on as needed (i.e. "roll up your sleeves") and able to work well with diverse internal team members and external points of contact. Must demonstrate strong communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and recommend appropriate courses of action. Must be able to influence, negotiate with, and motivate behavior without a direct reporting structure.

Must have demonstrated success in positions that require professionalism in supporting and working alongside a diverse group of established and new team members. Must have demonstrated success managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously; creating company-wide communication; and practicing sound judgment as it relates to matters of significance and confidentiality.

Travel Requirements: 10% travel can be anticipated, with additional travel as business needs require.

Job Responsibilities

Human Resources Leadership & Operations

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the HR function for CEPA & Qualastat, owning the operational execution of HR programs and ensuring responsive, consistent, compliant, and high-quality HR services across the three sites.
• Manage day-to-day operations, exercise sound judgment, resolve operational issues, and ensure matters are handled at the appropriate level while elevating issues requiring HQ review or strategic direction.
• Exercise a high degree of initiative and intellectual curiosity by proactively identifying organizational challenges, developing scalable HR solutions, driving operational excellence, improving execution, and ensuring initiatives deliver measurable business value with minimal direction.
• Action on operational HR plans/initiatives and lead various implementations while ensuring successful…