HR Manager - Pallet Segment

Columbia Forest Products; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Forest Products is seeking an HR Manager to oversee HR operations at the assigned site, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and regulatory compliance. The role leads the Pallet Segment’s HR functions in partnership with site HR Managers and operational leadership, translating priorities into actionable plans and fostering a culture of integrity and teamwork.

You will coach leaders, address complex employee relations, monitor workforce trends, and ensure consistent execution of HR

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience; preferably in manufacturing.
• SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP or equivalent certification.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Pallet Segment’s HR function in partnership with site HR Managers and operational leadership, aligning HR priorities with business objectives and company-wide programs, policies, and values.
• Participate in segment business planning and provide workforce insights related to organizational effectiveness, talent needs, employee relations, compliance, and workforce risk.
• Translate business priorities into clear HR objectives and consistent plans across all locations.
• Provide functional leadership, coaching, and ongoing support to site HR Managers.
• Develop site HR Managers as effective business partners and promote collaboration and consistency.
• Provide guidance and oversight on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective actions, employee complaints, conflict resolution, performance concerns, and workplace issues.
• Ensure escalated employee relations matters are handled consistently, fairly, and with appropriate documentation, judgment, and escalation.
• Identify workforce and employee relations trends across locations and develop proactive solutions to address recurring issues and organizational needs.
• Coach leaders on communication, accountability, performance expectations and employee relations.
• Monitor execution of segment HR initiatives, identify barriers, and partner with site leadership to drive consistent implementation.
• Provide oversight to support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Labor laws knowledge

Confidentiality

Change leadership

Team collaboration

Education

4-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field

Job description

The HR Manager will be responsible for overseeing HR operations at their assigned site, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals and compliance with all relevant regulations.

• Leads as an example of company values: SAWS - CustomerService, Absolute Integrity, We Are Family, Share the Success
• Lead the Pallet Segment’s HR function in partnership with site HR Managers and operational leadership, aligning HR priorities with business objectives and company-wide programs, policies, and values.
• Participate in segment business planning and provide workforce insights related to organizational effectiveness, talent needs, employee relations, compliance, and workforce risk.
• Translate business priorities into clear HR objectives and consistent plans across all locations.
• Provide functional leadership, coaching, and ongoing support to site HR Managers.
• Develop site HR Managers as effective business partners and promote collaboration and consistency.
• Provide guidance and oversight on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective actions, employee complaints, conflict resolution, performance concerns, and workplace issues.
• Ensure escalated employee relations matters are handled consistently, fairly, and with appropriate documentation, judgment, and escalation.
• Identify workforce and employee relations trends across locations and develop proactive solutions to address recurring issues and organizational needs.
• Coach leaders on communication, accountability, performance expectations and employee relations.
• Monitor execution of segment HR initiatives, identify barriers, and partner with site leadership to drive consistent implementation.
• Provide oversight to support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements.
• Leads as an example of CFP’s values: Customer Service, Absolute Integrity, We Are Family, Share the Success
• Perform job duties in a manner consistent with safety policies and work standards.
• Proactive and effective communication with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and stressful situations.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience; preferably in manufacturing.
• SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP or equivalent certification.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and influence organizational culture.
• This role primarily operates in an office setting with moderate exposure to noise, fumes, airborne particles and varying temperatures while on the plant floor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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