Human Resources Manager

Confidential Jobs; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Jobs in the United States seeks an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a multi-site manufacturing organization in the Allentown area. This role serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders and employees, helping drive talent strategies, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and workforce development initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in HR operations, compliance, and talent management, with the ability to influence leaders and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or organizational development.
• Five+ years in HR roles with generalist or business partner experience.
• Experience supporting multiple locations in manufacturing or similar environments.
• Proven ability to influence leaders and handle employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to develop HR strategies for workforce planning and talent development.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, investigations, and actions.
• Collaborate with managers to attract, assess, and hire for exempt and non-exempt roles.
• Identify workforce needs and capabilities to meet current and future demands.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends and risks, recommending solutions.
• Support compensation initiatives, job evaluations, and descriptions.
• Lead or participate in investigations and separation processes with compliance.
• Partner with leaders on employee engagement and training programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and policies.
• Evaluate and improve HR programs and policies for effectiveness.
• Stay updated on employment law and HR best practices.
• Champion employee experience and organizational culture.
• Support special HR projects as needed.

Skills

HR operations

Employee relations

Talent management

People leadership

Data analysis

Compliance

HRIS

ATS

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

ATS

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Manager to support a dynamic, multi-site organization. This role serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders and employees, helping to drive talent strategies, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and workforce development initiatives. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in HR operations, employee relations, compliance, and talent management, along with the ability to influence leaders and foster a positive workplace culture. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while partnering with management to support business objectives and employee success.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership teams to develop and execute HR strategies that support workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention, employee development, and succession planning.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, accommodations, conflict resolution, and employment actions.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and recruiting partners to attract, assess, and select top talent for exempt and non-exempt positions.
• Identify workforce needs and organizational capabilities to support current and future business demands.
• Analyze workforce and operational data to identify trends, assess risks, and recommend actionable solutions.
• Support compensation initiatives, job evaluations, and job description reviews to ensure alignment with organizational needs and market competitiveness.
• Lead or participate in employee investigations, corrective action processes, and separation activities while maintaining consistency and compliance.
• Partner with leaders to support employee engagement, professional development, and training programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Evaluate and recommend enhancements to HR programs, policies, and procedures that drive operational effectiveness.
• Stay current on employment law updates, industry trends, and HR best practices.
• Serve as a champion for employee experience, engagement, and organizational culture.
• Support special projects and other HR initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or Human Resources Manager capacity.
• Experience supporting multiple locations within a manufacturing, production, distribution, or similar operational environment.
• Demonstrated success partnering with leaders in a fast-paced business setting.
• Experience supporting a multi-site workforce required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to coach leaders and navigate complex employee relations matters.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Thorough understanding of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR technology platforms, including HRIS and applicant tracking systems.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization and drive positive outcomes.
• Commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.

Preferred Certifications

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.