Human Resources Manager

TRELLEBORG; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Trelleborg in Fort Wayne seeks a senior Human Resources leader to oversee performance management, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, and employee relations across the Americas. The role partners with Supply Chain Management and R&D teams to align HR initiatives with business goals.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in progressive HR roles, a 4-year degree in a related field, and the ability to travel up to 20%. Advanced HR coursework or certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in a Business, Human Resources, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in progressive HR roles, with at least 2 years supporting hourly populations.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Advanced HR coursework or certification.
• Knowledge of HR principles, laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR across performance management, succession planning, acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations and compliance.
• Partner with Operations leaders to plan staffing and end-to-end direct labor hiring.
• Deliver benefits enrollment and manage health, dental, life, and 401K programs.
• Develop and administer site policies with HR team support.
• Maintain HRIS data accuracy and confidentiality for reporting and analytics.
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA, OSHA, UI, WC, EEO.
• Coach leaders, manage investigations, resolve employee relations matters, and support conflict resolution.
• Drive employee engagement and culture initiatives to improve retention.
• Coordinate training, performance reviews, and development plans.
• Maintain up-to-date org charts and job descriptions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Change management

Stakeholder coaching

HR policy navigation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/HR/Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This role provides comprehensive leadership across all areas of Human Resources and its functional lifecycle initiatives, including performance management/succession planning, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, employment law compliance. The ideal candidate will effectively manage competing priorities while championing employee engagement, strengthening retention and workforce stability , fostering a strong company culture, and driving accountability. This position plays a key role in coaching and inspiring leaders at all levels of the organization. This position will support the Supply Chain Management and R&D teams within the Americas.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Management Impact: Serve as a key member of the Management Team, contributing to departmental goal-setting and continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Workforce planning & staffing: Collaborate with Operations leaders to strategically plan and deliver staffing outcomes. You and your team will lead end-to-end direct labor hiring, from requisition through onboarding, and support managers with workforce planning activities while ensuring all employment actions comply with applicable state and federal labor laws.
• Benefits Administration: Working closely with Trelleborg Group, deliver annual enrollment options. Serve as a resource for all benefits inquiries including health, dental and life insurance, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA, 401K, holidays, and PTO.
• Policies and Procedures: Collaborate with TSS US HR team to develop and administer consistent procedures and approve site level policies and procedures, as necessary.
• HRIS/Reporting: Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant employee data across all HR information systems, including ERP and payroll platforms, benefits and insurance systems, and external vendor databases. Ensure data integrity and confidentiality in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to support reporting, analytics, and decision-making for managers and supervisors.
• Employment Law: Exercise judgment consistent with standards, practices, policies and all applicable laws and regulations including but not limited to FLSA, HIPAA, ADA, FMLA, OSHA, UI, WC, and EEO. Ensure team meets all governmental and company reporting requirements.
• Employee Relations: Act as a trusted advisor to leaders on all employee relations matters. Lead and coordinate workplace investigations, providing guidance and recommendations for appropriate resolution. Coach and support supervisors and managers in addressing grievances, managing conflict, and navigating sensitive employee conversations.
• Employee Engagement: Proactively solicit feedback from employees at every level of the organization in an effort to develop and maintain a high performing culture. Champion initiatives, culture and develop/implement action plans relevant to the results. Drive accountability and a healthy association to conflict.
• Training and Performance Management: Coordinate/develop training plans as needed. Manage annual review process and assist in performance management including coaching, disciplinary actions and performance improvement plans.
• Org Chart: Ensure organizational chart, job descriptions and job titles remain current and aligned. Recommend and implement changes when necessary.
• Other tasks and projects as necessary or assigned.

Education and Experience:

Requirements:

• 4-year degree in a Business, Human Resources, Communications, or related field
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in progressive HR roles, with a minimum of 2 years supporting hourly populations
• Ability to travel up to 20%
• Advanced HR coursework or certification
• Knowledge of HR principles and best practices
• Knowledge of federal/state laws and regulations
• Polished interpersonal skills
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Ability to productively and amicably confront conflict
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in an environment of constant interruptions
• Ability to gain the trust, respect, and confidence of employees and managers
• Ability to coordinate, train and lead
• Experience maintaining strict confidence regarding sensitive, protected and/or confidential information
• Advanced change management skills
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office

Travel:

Geography Covered:

• United States with primary populations in Fort Wayne

Travel Requirement:

• Up to 20%

Application:

Last Application Date 12/9/2026

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.

Travel Required

Yes . Up to 20%-United States with primary populations in Fort Wayne, IN

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