Human Resources Leader

Location: Mc Kees Rocks, PA | Schedule: Full-time, on-site, Monday-through-Friday

An established manufacturing organization with a long history of innovation and operational excellence is seeking a hands-on, business-minded Human Resources Manager to join its executive leadership team. This is a 24/7 unionized manufacturing environment of approximately 130 employees, and the role offers a true seat at the table alongside the CEO/President, Plant Manager, and senior leadership to shape people strategy, strengthen culture, and guide the organization forward.

• Serve as a strategic member of the executive leadership and production planning teams, connecting business objectives with workforce needs and employee well-being
• Partner closely with plant leadership to build productive labor-management relationships and support collective bargaining, grievance procedures, conflict resolution, disciplinary matters, and interpretation and administration of the CBA
• Lead recruiting, onboarding, workforce planning, and succession initiatives to build the talent and leadership pipeline needed for the future
• Oversee the full employee benefits portfolio, including healthcare, COBRA, EAP, retirement, disability, life/AD&D, workers' compensation, unemployment compensation, FMLA, and paid sick time
• Serve as Plan Administrator for 401(k) and defined pension plans and serve as Assistant Corporate Secretary
• Partner with Safety & Security and plant supervisors to reinforce policies, procedures, training, accountability, and a safe working environment
• Lead attendance and return-to-work programs while ensuring policies are applied consistently and fairly
• Help modernize and strengthen the HR function through process improvement, HRIS implementation, training, and employee development initiatives
• Develop, review, and maintain HR policies and practices that support compliance, operational consistency, accountability, and a positive workplace culture
• Champion employee engagement, recognition programs, and internal communications that strengthen connection across the organization
• Coordinate performance-management processes and maintain accurate, confidential employee records
• Prepare and present meaningful HR reporting and updates to senior leadership and Board members
• Lead special HR and community initiatives as needs arise

• 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 3 years in an HR management role
• Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment, including CBA administration, grievance handling, and support of labor negotiations
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment regulations, including NLRB, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and OSHA requirements
• Excellent communication, coaching, listening, presentation, policy-writing, and relationship-building skills
• Strong judgment, decision-making, organization, project planning, and time-management capabilities
• A collaborative style with the confidence to work independently, challenge thoughtfully, and partner effectively across functions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and an interest in improving HR systems and processes
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a closely related field required

• PHR or SPHR certification is a plus

This position offers a true seat on the executive leadership and production planning teams, with direct exposure to senior decision-makers and broad influence over labor relations, workforce planning, employee engagement, benefits, succession planning, compliance, and organizational development.