HR Manager

Welch Packaging; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Welch Packaging in Elkhart, Indiana is seeking an experienced HR professional to lead all employment phases from recruiting to training. This role requires strong communication and organizational skills, with a focus on employee engagement and compliance.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree and have a minimum of 5 years in HR generalist roles, preferably within manufacturing. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment with an emphasis on strategic HR practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of human-resource generalist responsibilities or equivalent.
• 1+ year of human resources experience within a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all phases of employment including advertising, recruiting, and training.
• Acts as a business partner to management for employee relations and workforce planning.
• Responsible for on-site employee engagement and compliance with work rules.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication

Organization and attention to detail

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Time management

System analysis

Mathematical and deductive reasoning

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organizational Development, Human Resources or related field

Job description

Summary

Partners with local business unit leaders to develop and execute a comprehensive Human Resources program, including talent sourcing, recruiting, development, and deployment. Plan, coordinate, and direct the administrative functions of the business unit and consult with leadership on strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for all phases of employment at the business unit, including advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, placement, orientation, training, and development of associates, exit interviews, and unemployment compensation hearings.
• Serves as a business partner and advisor to the General Manager and Plant management team for all employee relations and workforce planning activities.
• Reviews applications, performs reference checks and employment verifications. Establishes and maintains qualification standards for all positions.
• Serves as the primary contact for facility managers and employees on all human‑resource related matters.
• Primarily responsible for on‑site employee engagement and addressing employee concerns and needs.
• Responsible for local compliance with work rules, policies, and procedures.
• Implements and annually updates compensation programs, rewrites job descriptions as necessary, analyzes compensation, and monitors the performance review process.
• Responsible for overseeing the progressive discipline and performance improvement plans for select associates. Works closely with corporate Human Resources for litigation and risk mitigation.
• Sets up and maintains tracking systems for performance reviews, vacations, and company metrics such as turnover statistics.
• Ensures accurate, efficient, and timely completion of HR‑related metrics and reporting.
• Supports site benefits and insurance administration; works closely with the Group Compensation & Benefits Administrator.
• Is a key resource for specific HR projects and supporting the human resources team across all locations.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of files, salaries, and other information of a business or personal nature.
• Occasional overnight travel.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organizational Development, Human Resources, or a related field strongly preferred; years of experience in a similar role will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience

• 5+ years of human‑resource generalist responsibilities or equivalent.
• 1+ year of human resources experience within a manufacturing setting.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Time management.
• Systems analysis.
• Mathematical and deductive reasoning.
• Critical thinking.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Sit and stand as needed.
• May require walking on a level surface for periods throughout the day.
• Reaching above shoulders, below waist and lifting as required to file documents or store materials.
• Lifting up to 25 lbs.

• Typical office setting.
• May require entry into a manufacturing environment that requires proper PPE including safety shoes, safety glasses and hearing protection.
• Manufacturing environment may be loud, hot/cold depending on season.

Disclaimer

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job’s essential functions.

Welch Packaging is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran.