HR Leader, Manufacturing: Color & Additives US/CAN

Avient Corporation; Dawson (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Avient Corporation seeks a Human Resources Manager for Color & Additives US/CAN based in Holden, MA. You will partner with site leaders to deliver HR strategies across Holden, Lewiston, and Bethel, driving talent planning, employee engagement, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

You’ll lead HR policy compliance, use metrics to guide decisions, and mentor leaders to strengthen the organization. This role offers visibility and impact across multiple sites within the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field required or equivalent.
• 5-7+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, employee relations, and performance management.
• Proven ability to influence leaders and operate strategically while executing tactically.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders and Senior HR Manager to deliver HR strategies aligned to business goals.
• Lead HR execution across a portfolio of manufacturing locations.
• Drive talent strategies including workforce planning, org design, succession planning, and development.
• Support recruiting and retention strategies to attract, develop, and retain high-performing talent.
• Lead employee relations, performance management, and development initiatives.
• Implement and ensure compliance with HR policies, labor laws, and ethical standards.
• Use HR metrics and insights to guide decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Champion a safe, inclusive, and high accountability work environment.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, guiding complex people decisions.
• Lead and support change initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in HR

5-7+ years HR experience

Labor laws knowledge

Influence leaders

Business acumen

HR data & metrics

HR certification (SHRM)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Avient Corporation seeks a Human Resources Manager for Color & Additives US/CAN based in Holden, MA. You will partner with site leaders to deliver HR strategies across Holden, Lewiston, and Bethel, driving talent planning, employee engagement, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

You’ll lead HR policy compliance, use metrics to guide decisions, and mentor leaders to strengthen the organization. This role offers visibility and impact across multiple sites within the region.