Plant Human Resources Manager

Manage people operations for a manufacturing plant, supporting recruitment, compliance, safety, onboarding, and employee relations.

• Understand, follow, and enforce all established safety, health, quality GMP
  , and Company policies, procedures, and recognized practices
• Understand, follow, and enforce established company policies, procedures, and recognized practices
• Lead recruitment, selection, and retention of plant employees
• Partner with Plant Leadership to maintain staffing levels aligned to budget
• Process the plant weekly payroll and administer the attendance policy
• Interpret and apply company policies, benefits, practices, procedures, programs, and applicable laws
• Administer worker’s compensation claims, including investigation, documentation, and record keeping
• Work with Corporate EH&S on worker’s compensation case management
• Maintain HR-related records and compile reports on hiring, turnover, employee programs, performance appraisals, wage progression, and absenteeism rates
• Represent the organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations
• Plan and coordinate new employee onboarding to support organizational objectives
• Analyze training needs to design employee and leadership training and development, including safety programs
• Plan and organize company events (for example: luncheons, picnics, recognition)
• Serve as a liaison between management and employees, addressing questions and supporting resolution of employee issues
• Provide guidance and coaching to Plant Leadership on employee concerns, problems, and disciplinary action in alignment with company policies
• Act as the Plant Safety Coordinator
  , managing plant safety programs and training, and maintaining the first aid room
• Coordinate with temporary labor agencies to schedule workers for daily production staffing needs and process pay records
• Review and approve invoices and address temporary worker issues as required
• May lead special projects related to other functional areas and perform other assigned duties

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 years Human Resources Manager experience in manufacturing (preferred)
• Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance
• Computer usage and typing skills required
• Excellent verbal and written communication with ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive attitude while delivering exemplary customer service
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments within provided instructions, routines, and standard practices
• Strong communication habits: convey facts and information clearly both verbally and orally
• Collaborative mindset: proactively contributes to group objectives and volunteers to help others

• Salary range: $81,500 - $122,300 per year
• Expected salary range is aligned with legal mandates of certain U.S. jurisdictions; final compensation depends on qualifications and experience

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic life insurance
• 401K Employee Saving Plan
• Employee Wellness Program
• Paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements

• Location: Selah, WA (onsite)
• Travel: 0-25% travel may be required

• Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law