Area Human Resources Manager

Airgas, Inc.; Oakwood Village (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Area Human Resources Manager to drive HR initiatives across multiple locations. This role will involve collaborating with leadership teams to enhance talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR principles and a passion for fostering an inclusive workplace culture. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compliance, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a hybrid work environment. If you are a proactive HR professional ready to contribute to a thriving organization, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Floating Holidays

Qualifications

• 3+ years supporting a production or retail workforce across multiple sites.
• HR certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop partnerships with leaders on talent management and employee relations.
• Lead onboarding processes for new hires and manage performance appraisals.
• Ensure HR policies are compliant and effective.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Employee Relations

Performance Management

HR Compliance

Organizational Development

Communication Skills

HRIS Systems Knowledge

MS Office/Google Applications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or HR

Tools

HRIS Systems

MS Office

Google Applications

Job description

R10067689 Area Human Resources Manager (Open)

Location:

Independence, OH - Rockside Woods Blvd - Cust. installations
Carnegie, PA - Filling industrial
Columbus, OH - Retail shop
Export, PA - Filling industrial
Oakwood Village, OH - Filling industrial
Pittsburgh, PA - Roswell Dr - Filling industrial
Youngstown, OH - Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

* Locations: Cleveland, Columbus, Pittsburgh areas
* 25% travel locally/regionally on a weekly basis, covering OH and W PA
* Based at an Airgas facility, hybrid flexibility.

Role Overview

The HR Manager partners with regional leadership teams, providing HR leadership and execution in talent acquisition, compensation, benefits administration, employee relations, labor relations, training, talent management, organizational development, HR compliance, and special projects. The role involves coordination with HR specialists across various functions and leading change initiatives related to talent and HR strategy.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop strong partnerships with business leaders, advising on organizational effectiveness, talent management, employee relations, and performance coaching.
2. Lead onboarding processes, ensuring effective integration and retention of new hires.
3. Manage success of immersion processes for new sales and operations associates.
4. Coordinate with Payroll and HR for accurate personnel processing.
5. Administer salary actions, ensuring fair wages and leading annual salary reviews.
6. Facilitate performance calibration processes to ensure effective performance management.
7. Engage employees and managers in evaluating and improving employee relations climate.
8. Advise on performance management, conduct investigations, and lead performance appraisals.
9. Ensure HR policies and programs are compliant and effective, recommending revisions as needed.
10. Contribute to HR strategy development and implementation, acting as a change agent.
11. Develop and deliver talent development and training programs.
12. Perform other duties as required to meet organizational needs.

Are you a MATCH?

• Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, or related field.
• At least 3 years supporting a production, distribution, industrial, or retail workforce across multiple sites.
• Labor experience preferred.
• HR certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR) preferred.
• Understanding of HR principles, employment laws, and ER investigations.
• Personable, professional, credible, and responsive.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Intermediate MS Office/Google Applications skills.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25% overnight.
• Adherence to safety programs and regulations.

Benefits and Culture

We support our Airgas Families with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, vacation, sick leave, floating holidays, paid holidays, and parental leave. Additional benefits include 401(k) with matching, tuition reimbursement, dependent tuition discounts, and scholarships.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and believe diversity fosters innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Please view our EEO policies and request accommodations if needed.