Edmund Optics · 2 hours ago
Human Resources Manager - Regional
Edmund Optics is seeking a Regional Human Resources Manager to provide strategic and hands-on HR support for their manufacturing and engineering locations. The role focuses on employee relations, talent acquisition, and ensuring compliance with HR policies while collaborating with corporate HR and site leadership.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary HR partner for regional sites, providing guidance and support to managers and employees
Provide heavy employee relations support, including conflict resolution, investigations, performance management, and coaching
Build strong relationships across the workforce and understand the dynamics of a manufacturing employee population
Participate in the Culture Committee to support employee engagement initiatives and strengthen workplace culture
Oversee the regional employee recreation budget, ensuring resources support programs that enhance culture and employee satisfaction
Lead full-cycle recruiting regional sites for technical, manufacturing, and engineering roles
Oversee onboarding, training, and development programs to support skill growth and retention
Collaborate with Corporate HR on workforce planning, talent development, and skill-gab strategies
Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and employment law compliance across regional sites
Work with HR operations where needed
Partner with Corporate HR to deploy company-wide HR programs, policy changes, and organizational initiatives
Track location specific HR metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, safety incidents, and training completion
Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations
Support hourly workforce management
Collaborate with site leadership on workforce planning, temporary labor strategy, and production staffing needs
Partner with EHS and Corp HR on safety culture, training, and workers’ compensation processes
Support lean/continuous improvement initiatives by aligning workforce skills and staffing to operational needs
Reports directly to the Director of HR and works closely for guidance, direction, and alignment on HR strategy, employee relations, and workplace planning
Collaborates with Corporate HR and site leadership to ensure consistent HR practices and successful deployment of programs
Qualification
Required
Extensive employee relations, conflict management, and performance management experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to provide guidance to employees and managers in a professional, confidential manner
Strong experience in recruiting technical, engineering, or manufacturing roles
Deep understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment laws
Solid understanding of manufacturing workforce dynamics, safety, and operational needs
Reliable work history with demonstrated long-term commitment in prior roles
Experience with onboarding and offboarding processes
Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret HR metrics and data
Strong attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle sensitive or complex employee relations issues with discretion
Proactive in identifying risks and compliance issues before they escalate
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and analysis
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
Strong organizational and time management skills
Collaborative mindset with a focus on employee experience and engagement
US Citizenship or permanent residency required
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred but not required
8+ years of progressive HR experience, with strong employee relations and compliance expertise
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, or SPHR) preferred
HRIS experience; UKG with Workforce Management preferred; working knowledge of iCIMS Applicant Tracking System preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match up to 3%
Daycare and Gym Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave and New Mother Benefits
Training and Development Opportunities
Company
Edmund Optics
Edmund Optics is a leading producer of optics, imaging, and photonics technology.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
EIN Presswire
2025-12-24
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