HR Talent Alliance · 10 hours ago
Senior Manager, Human Resources
HR Talent Alliance is seeking a Senior Manager, Human Resources who will be a strategic business partner to the manufacturing plant leadership team. The role involves providing leadership and support in all aspects of HR, building a high-performance culture, and driving employee engagement aligned with operational goals.
Responsibilities
Partner with site leaders to design and implement proactive employee relations programs that foster positive morale and engagement
Oversee and mentor team of HR professionals
Provide leadership to HR staff, including coaching, performance reviews, and career development
Collaborate with corporate and cross-site HR teams on projects and initiatives as needed
Develop and execute innovative, cost-effective strategies to attract, hire, and retain top talent across all levels of the organization
Conduct investigations and provide guidance to management on issue resolution
Lead training and development initiatives, including performance reviews, succession planning, technical training for skilled roles, and leadership development in partnership with the Corporate L&OD team
Administer corrective action processes in a fair and consistent manner aligned with company values
Partner with Corporate HR on communications, compensation, benefits, and policy development to ensure consistency and compliance
Manage local compensation programs, including performance appraisals, wage rate administration, and annual increase recommendations
Support employee benefits administration, responding to inquiries and assisting staff and supervisors
Organize and oversee employee engagement and recognition events
Lead staffing and recruitment activities, including manpower planning, full-cycle recruiting for salaried staff, and direct hiring for production team members
Manage all aspects of onboarding, including background checks, drug screenings, offer letters, new hire paperwork, and orientation
Maintain HR systems and databases, ensuring accurate payroll and employee records
Oversee employee leaves of absence, unemployment claims, and policy compliance
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 years in a leadership/management role
Experience working in a manufacturing environment required
Must be well-versed in California HR laws and regulations specifically
Thorough knowledge of federal HR laws and regulations
Skilled at conflict resolution, coaching, and delivering difficult messages effectively
Strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement in HR processes and organizational development
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; computer literacy required
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion
Service-oriented with a collaborative mindset and a focus on building strong business partnerships
Demonstrated project management skills
Bachelor's degree required in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field
Preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred but not mandatory
Six Sigma or process improvement experience highly valued
Strong background in HRIS systems; Workday experience preferred
Benefits
Paid relocation
Full-time with Benefits
Company
HR Talent Alliance
Founded by Stuart Friedman, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, HR Talent Alliance, Inc. is designed to provide you with all your People & Talent Solutions.