HR Manager (#10791DP)

Search Masters, Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Masters is seeking an HR leader to guide a 2-shift union die casting operation in Kentucky, partnering with operations to support ~100 employees. The role covers payroll, benefits, and labor relations across the plant.

The position emphasizes hands-on, floor-focused HR leadership, regulatory compliance, and employee investigations. A Bachelor's degree is preferred and SHRM certification is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Background in metals or manufacturing industry strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred.
• SHRM certification preferred; will consider a Senior HR Generalist level candidate.
• Proven hands-on, floor-driven approach to HR leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and hands-on HR leadership for a 2-shift union die casting operation with approximately 100 employees.
• Maintain a strong floor presence and serve as a visible, accessible HR partner to operations.
• Conduct thorough employee investigations and resolve workplace issues effectively.
• Oversee payroll operations and manage direct reports within the HR function.
• Administer FMLA leave processes and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage benefits administration including 401K, short-term and long-term disability programs.
• Drive employee relations initiatives and foster a positive work environment.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee investigations

Employee relations

Payroll management

Benefits administration

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

• Company owned by a multi-billion-dollar organization!
• Promotable atmosphere!
• IATF Certified!

Job Description

· Provide strategic and hands-on HR leadership for a 2-shift union die casting operation with approximately 100 employees

· Maintain a strong floor presence and serve as a visible, accessible HR partner to operations

· Conduct thorough employee investigations and resolve workplace issues effectively

· Oversee payroll operations and manage direct reports within the HR function

· Administer FMLA leave processes and ensure regulatory compliance

· Manage benefits administration including 401K, short-term and long-term disability programs

· Drive employee relations initiatives and foster a positive work environment

Key Requirements

· Background in metals or manufacturing industry strongly preferred

· Bachelor's degree strongly preferred

· Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment preferred

· SHRM certification preferred; will consider a Senior HR Generalist level candidate

· Proven hands-on, floor-driven approach to HR leadership

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

Company Description

Since 1973, Search Masters has been a leader in Northeast Ohio in Executive Search and professional placement. Specializing in the Engineering and Manufacturing Industries, Search Masters has carved a niche in placing industrial engineers, manufacturing engineers, manufacturing managers, plant managers, operations professionals, and other functional roles such as IT, Sales, Marketing, and Accounting. Search Master's knowledgeable and dedicated employment counselors, proprietary software solution, and proven system make this firm an excellent business partner for anyone in Northeast Ohio looking to add talent or take the next step in their career.