HR Manager I

Hyster-Yale Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

401(k) and profit sharing

Job summary

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional HR Manager I based at our Counterbalance Development Center (CBDC) in Portland, Oregon.

This role leads HR for an onsite product development organization of about 300 employees and serves as a strategic partner to site leadership, integrating strategic thinking, business acumen, and day-to-day HR leadership across recruiting, talent, performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; advanced degree or HR certification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partner roles.
• Experience supporting engineering or manufacturing teams is helpful.
• Experience in a matrixed or global organization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site and business leaders to align HR guidance on workforce planning and employee relations.
• Demonstrate agility adapting HR approaches to evolving business conditions and workforce needs.
• Lead core talent activities including recruiting support, onboarding, performance management, and succession planning.
• Coach managers through employee issues and develop a positive, high-performing work environment.
• Oversee benefits support, policy interpretation, and compliance with employment laws and company practices.

Skills

Leadership coaching

Talent development

Employee relations

Compliance

Benefits

Matrixed organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Advanced HR certification preferred

Job description

Job Title

HR Manager I

Job Category

Human Resources

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented HR Manager I based at our Counterbalance Development Center (CBDC) in Portland, Oregon.

This position leads HR for an onsite product development organization of about 300 employees and serves as a strategic partner to site leadership. The HR Manager integrates strategic thinking, business acumen, and day-to-day HR leadership across recruiting, talent, performance management, employee engagement, compliance and organizational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate is a practical, empathetic leader, and trusted advisor to senior leaders. This person builds strong relationships, provides coaching, and fosters a collaborative environment that supports quality, innovation, and a customer-focused culture.

What you will do:

Partnership & Business Acumen

• Partner with site and business leaders to align on business objectives each day to provide HR guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, performance, and organizational needs.
• Demonstrate agility by adapting HR approaches to evolving business conditions, priorities, and workforce needs.

Talent & Organizational Effectiveness

• Lead core talent activities, including recruiting support, workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, and onboarding for new hires.

Problem Solving & Employee Relations

• Coach managers through employee issues, team challenges, and development opportunities while helping create a positive, high-performing work environment.

Operational Excellence & Compliance

• Oversee day-to-day HR operations such as benefits support, policy interpretation, and compliance with employment laws and company practices.

Change Management & Agility

• Support organizational changes and site initiatives by helping leaders communicate effectively, manage transitions, and reinforce company culture.

Who you are:

• Builds trust quickly and forms strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Communicates with clarity, confidence, and empathy in both sensitive conversations and everyday interactions.
• Coaches and influences leaders effectively while balancing support, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Approaches challenges with emotional intelligence, professionalism, and the ability to navigate complex situations with discretion.
• Brings a collaborative, practical mindset that helps align people needs with business priorities.

What you will need:

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; an advanced degree or HR certification is preferred.
• Experience : 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including substantial experience in HR Business Partner roles.

Skills, Experience & Abilities

• Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, or other technical teams is helpful in this role.
• Strong HR experience in areas such as leadership coaching, talent development, employee relations, compliance, and benefits.
• Experience working in a matrixed or global organization is a plus.

Who we are:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What we offer :

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

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Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HY US Portland, OR

Address

4000 NE Blue Lake Road

Zip Code

97024-8710

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled