Human Resources Manager

Job Juncture; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic industrial manufacturing company in Lafayette, Louisiana, is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR experience in a unionized environment and a strong background in labor relations. This role includes responsibilities such as managing union relationships, overseeing recruiting and onboarding, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential for building rapport with associates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience in a unionized industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong labor relations background including collective bargaining agreement administration.
• Comfortable working in an industrial/underground mine environment.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport and understand associates' needs.
• Lead site efforts in managing union relationships and contract negotiations.
• Oversee all site recruiting, hiring, and onboarding.

Skills

Labor relations expertise

Talent management

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Are you an experienced HR professional passionate about people and adept at navigating complex environments? If so, we're seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager to join our client's dynamic industrial manufacturing operation.

What You'll Do:

As an individual contributor and strategic partner to site leadership, you'll focus on building a positive and productive environment. Your key responsibilities include:

• Visible Leadership: Regularly build rapport and understand associates' needs.
• Labor Relations Expertise: Lead site efforts in managing union relationships, including contract negotiations, grievance handling, and interpreting collective bargaining agreements.
• Talent Management: Oversee all site recruiting, hiring, and onboarding, ensuring a robust talent pipeline. Drive initiatives in employee relations, talent development, succession planning, and performance management for all employees.
• Strategic HR Partner: Provide expert counsel and coaching to leaders on change management, leadership, and HR processes.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure adherence to all employment/labor laws and act as the primary lead for Workers' Compensation claims, collaborating with EH&S.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of HR experience, in a unionized industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong labor relations background, including collective bargaining agreement administration and negotiation.
• Comfort working in an industrial/underground mine environment.
• Broad knowledge of HR practices: talent acquisition, compensation, performance management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills