Human Resource Manager

Pretium Packaging, L.L.C.; Manchester (York County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pretium Packaging, a leading multi-site manufacturer, seeks an onsite HR Manager to lead people, shape culture, and partner with plant leadership to drive performance. This role focuses on frontline recruitment, employee relations, development, total rewards, safety and compliance, with a goal of stronger leadership pipelines and safer, more engaged workplaces.

The successful candidate will navigate fast-paced manufacturing environments, implement staffing plans, and leverage HR analytics to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of success as an HR Manager in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to influence plant leadership.
• Deep expertise in employee relations, talent strategy, compliance, and HR analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead frontline recruitment and staffing plans; conduct on-site hiring activities.
• Champion culture, engagement, and employee relations across the plant.
• Architect HR strategies aligned to operations and drive workforce planning.
• Provide data-driven insights through HR analytics and reporting.
• Oversee performance management and total rewards in collaboration with corporate HR.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and safety standards.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Workforce analytics

Recruitment strategy

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

UKG HRIS

Job description

Job Description

Lead people. shape culture. drive manufacturing excellence and grow boldly with Pretium!

We are searching for an onsite, hands-on, Human Resources Manager in our Manchester, Pennsylvania plant. Our ideal candidate is someone who thrives at the intersection of people strategy and operational performance, a leader ready to influence culture, elevate talent, and partner directly with plant leadership to shape the future of our workforce.

If you’re energized by fast-paced manufacturing environments, multi-site leadership, and the opportunity to leave a lasting organizational impact — this is your platform.

Who We Are

Pretium Packaging, founded in 1992, is a leading supplier of injection-blow molded plastic containers, renowned for our commitment to superior quality, value, and customer service. With 21 manufacturing facilities across North America, we provide innovative packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of brand owners in the United States and Canada.

Why This Role Matters

This isn’t a sit-behind-the-desk HR role.

What You’ll Own & Lead

Frontline Recruitment

• Create and implement staffing and hiring plans and spearhead proactive plantwide workforce planning activities.
• Conduct on-site job fairs and host external hiring events to ensure consistent, proactive frontline recruitment occurs.
• Engage with local community-based organizations and initiate continuous outreach activities to increase candidate talent pools.

Culture & Engagement

• Champion a positive, compliant, and high-performance workplace culture.
• Lead employee relations, conflict resolution, and engagement initiatives.
• Bridge communication between leadership and frontline employees.

Strategic Leadership

• Architect and execute HR strategies aligned to business and operational goals.
• Partner with plant leadership to drive organizational performance and workforce planning.
• Provide data-driven insights through HR analytics and reporting.

Organizational Development

• Drive succession planning, leadership development, and retention strategies.
• Assess training needs and implement workforce development programs.

Performance & Total Rewards

• Lead performance management programs that elevate accountability.
• Partner with corporate HR on compensation and benefits strategy.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to labor laws, HR best practices, and safety standards.
• Support and reinforce plant safety and employee well-being programs.

We’re looking for an HR leader who combines executive presence with floor credibility — someone equally comfortable in leadership meetings and on the production floor.

You’ll Stand Out If You Bring

• 5 plus years of proven success as an HR Manager in manufacturing or an industrial environment.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to influence operational leaders.
• Deep expertise in employee relations, talent strategy, and compliance.
• Strength in HRIS systems (UKG experience is a plus), metrics, and workforce analytics.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English ability a plus!

The Impact You’ll Leave

• Stronger leadership pipelines
• More engaged plant cultures
• Safer workplaces
• Higher retention
• Scalable HR infrastructure across multiple sites

You won’t just support the business you’ll help drive it.

Why Pretium Packaging

• Industry-essential manufacturing footprint
• Multi-site leadership exposure
• High visibility to operations executives
• Opportunity to shape culture at scale
• Growth-oriented, people-first environment