Human Resources Manager

Weil-McLain; Eden (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SPX is seeking an HR Manager to partner with site leadership to implement HR processes and initiatives for an efficient, engaged and inclusive workforce at the Eden plant. This hands-on role covers recruiting, employee relations, performance management and continuous improvement to meet business objectives.

You will support local staffing, onboarding, training and pay planning, while ensuring regulatory compliance and data-driven decision making across HRIS platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in site lead HR role.
• Experience in Manufacturing Operations.
• Management of at least 1 direct report.
• Experience coaching supervisors/managers on employee relations.
• Experience with high-volume staffing and temporary workforce.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the key employee relations contact and respond to day-to-day HR issues.
• Support leaders with coaching, policies, and performance management.
• Drive local staffing plans, recruiting, onboarding, and exits.
• Lead hourly recruiting and on-boarding in a high-volume environment.
• Coordinate attendance tracking and maintain records retention.
• Support annual pay planning and HR metrics reporting.
• Promote continuous improvement and safety culture.
• Engage in cross-functional projects.

Skills

Employee relations

HR process implementation

Recruiting

Performance management

Continuous improvement

Coaching & advising

Time & attendance systems

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

PHR/SPHR/GPHR certification preferred

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce

SuccessFactors

Job description

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. The Human Resource Manager is responsible for partnering with leadership team to drive implementation of HR processes and initiatives to meet objectives of the business and develop an efficient, engaged, and inclusive workforce. This is a hands‑on position that supports the manufacturing plant and leadership with a focus on recruiting, employee engagement, employee relations, performance management, and continuous improvement.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

Employee Relations

• Serve as the key employee relations contact to respond and follow up to day‑to‑day HR related issues concerns.
• Provide support and guidance to leaders and associates with the importance on maintaining a high performing work environment and emphasizing coaching, counseling, policies and standards.
• Continually improve employee relations through proactive identification of workplace issues, appropriate policy review and implementation, and employee engagement
• Support effective local communication (monthly operations meetings, 360, toolbox talks, announcements, bulletin board, electronic communication board, etc.)
• Assist in driving a high level of employee engagement by updating Company information, Coordinate of on‑site events: family day, holiday events, celebrations, sales meetings, community, retirees’, etc.
• Assist and develop employee self‑service.

Recruiting & Performance Management

• Support the full scope of the employee life cycle including: identify resourcing issues, implementing local staffing plans to ensure staffing levels are met, recruiting, onboarding, and exit practices.
• Lead and support hourly recruiting, hiring and onboarding in high volume environment.
• Manage and support temporary agency staffing levels, performance and relationships.
• Support employee training, career development and recognition programs.
• Coordinate, support and monitor employee performance reviews mid‑year and EOY for target completion.

System and Compliance Support

• Support the HR systems such as Ceridian Dayforce, Success Factors, and other systems by coordinating the collection of information, inputting information, and running/auditing reports.
• Manage attendance tracking system and administer attendance policy.
• Responsible for filing system and records retention maintenance.
• Complete reports by pulling and analyzing data from HRIS systems and related data sources.
• Serve as site Benefit contact including disability and FMLA inquiries
• Provide direction and support for all regulatory requirements including EEO, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and corporate compliance guidelines.
• Update and maintain job descriptions.
• Support annual pay planning process.
• Act as advocate for a continuous improvement and safety culture.
• Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and potential solutions that enable the business.
• Support and maintain HR and business metrics.
• Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 5+ years in site lead HR role.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Prior HR experience in Manufacturing Operations.
• Management of at least 1 direct report
• Experience and ability in coaching and advising supervisors and managers on employee relations issues.
• Experience in high volume staffing environment.
• Experience with a temporary workforce and seasonal; staffing.
• Strong computer skills with Strong Microsoft office skills (Advanced Excel & PowerPoint preferred)
• Knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, EEO, ADA)
• Demonstrated capability in core HR areas (employee relations, compensation, talent management, engagement)
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Experience working with Time and Attendance Systems (Ceridian is a plus)
• Proven ability to speak with data and build businesses cases in oral and written form.
• Experience in manufacturing recruiting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing process enhancements.
• Collaborative mindset, with proven ability to work cross functionally.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field or two years+ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PHR/SPHR/GPHR Certification preferred.
• Office environment with occasional work in a plant/manufacturing environment
• Minimal travel (<10%) that includes visits to other facilities, vendors and training.
• Manufacturing Environment require use of foot, eye and ear protection when in production areas.