HR Manager – Manufacturing
Location: Wabash, Indiana
Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite
Salary: $90,000–$110,000
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead and support a manufacturing workforce in a fast-paced, operationally driven environment. This is a highly visible opportunity for an HR professional with 5+ years of experience leading HR teams within manufacturing who can balance day-to-day employee relations with long-term people and process initiatives.
The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, highly detail oriented, and passionate about process improvement, with the ability to partner closely with leadership and employees at all levels of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and develop the HR function, providing hands-on support across employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, compliance, and workforce planning.
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Partner with manufacturing leadership to align HR strategies with operational goals and workforce needs.
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Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, addressing employee relations matters, coaching leaders, and resolving workplace concerns.
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Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies, procedures, and systems to increase efficiency and employee engagement.
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Manage recruiting, onboarding, retention, training, and development initiatives for the manufacturing workforce.
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices.
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Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities for improvement and support data-driven decision-making.
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Lead and support performance management, disciplinary processes, attendance initiatives, and employee engagement efforts.
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Maintain accurate and confidential employee records while ensuring a high level of attention to detail.
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Partner with leadership on organizational development, workforce planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
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5+ years of progressive HR experience within a manufacturing environment.
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Demonstrated experience leading an HR team or function in a plant/manufacturing setting.
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Strong employee relations and conflict-resolution skills.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization.
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Proven ability to identify and implement process improvements within HR.
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Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
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Strong understanding of employment laws, HR compliance, and manufacturing workforce practices.
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Ability to build strong relationships with both hourly and salaried employees.
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Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
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HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR is a plus.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for an HR leader who is hands-on, approachable, process driven, and comfortable operating in a manufacturing environment. This person should be able to earn the trust of employees, effectively coach leadership, identify opportunities for improvement, and bring structure and accountability to the HR function.
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