Human Resources Manager

FHLB Des Moines; North Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Health insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Oatey is seeking an on-site Human Resources Manager to lead HR programs at our North Las Vegas facility. You will partner with operations leadership to foster engagement, develop talent, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.

You will support recruitment for hourly and salaried staff, oversee leave programs, and implement site-level HR processes while traveling as needed to develop our workforce. This role emphasizes collaboration and operational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive human resources experience in manufacturing or distribution.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and change-management skills.
• Experience resolving associate relations issues and supporting managers in performance management.
• Ability to balance associate advocacy with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR initiatives that support site operations and workforce needs.
• Implement and execute site-level HR programs, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee leave of absence programs including FMLA and ADA.
• Coach supervisors on performance and workplace issues.
• Attract and retain talent through effective recruitment for hourly and salaried roles.
• Conduct orientation and onboarding to support engagement and retention.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws.
• Partner with site leadership to drive process improvements in HR and site efficiency.
• Deliver training programs to build associate skills aligned with operations.
• Collaborate with EHS and Safety teams to ensure a safe workplace.
• Provide HR support across all shifts and travel as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Employee relations

Change management

Strategic partnering

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

SPHR or SHRM-SCP preferred

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

5245 Sloan Lane, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89115 United States of America

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo. At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

Position Summary

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for providing on-site leadership at a manufacturing or distribution facility, executing HR programs, policies, and procedures. This position ensures alignment with company standards while addressing the unique needs of the site workforce. As a trusted partner to operations leadership, the HR Manager plays a critical role in fostering associate engagement, developing talent, ensuring access to total rewards, and enhancing overall organizational effectiveness. The HR Manager provides day-to-day support across all shifts and maintains visibility throughout the site workforce. This role requires adaptability to state-specific regulations, strong partnership with site leadership teams, and a focused approach to associate relations, recruitment, retention, and compliance.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead human resources initiatives that support site operations and workforce needs.
• Implement and execute corporate HR programs, policies, and procedures at the site level.
• Oversee the administration of leave of absence programs, including FMLA, ADA, and other applicable policies.
• Partner with site leadership to coach and guide supervisors on associate performance and workplace issues.
• Attract and retain talent through effective recruitment strategies for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Conduct comprehensive orientation and onboarding processes to support associate engagement and retention.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance HR and site efficiencies.
• Actively participate in site leadership team meetings, providing HR insights and support on workforce-related issues.
• Partner and deliver training programs to build associate skills and align with operational goals.
• Partner with site leaders, including EHS & Safety teams, to foster a safe and compliant workplace.
• Maintain visibility across multiple shifts; provide accessible HR support to all associates.
• Travel as required for HR development.

Knowledge and Experience

• 3–5 years of progressive human resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution operations environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and change management skills.
• Demonstrated success in resolving associate relations issues and supporting managers in performance management.
• Strong business acumen and ability to balance associate advocacy with organizational goals.
• Proven ability to respond quickly and effectively to associate and operational needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; HRIS system experience, Workday experience preferred.

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree or Equivalent relevant experience instead of a degree.
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Physical Demands

On-site, Office work, 5 days each week. Ability to walk the operations floor/plant environment. Must be able to work flexible hours to support multiple shifts.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working at Oatey

We value our associates and provide opportunities for growth. Oatey is a collaborative, diverse workplace attracting the brightest minds and creative thinkers in our industry. We constantly challenge associates to come up with new ideas and reward them for their efforts. As a result, many of our associates choose to stay and build long term careers at Oatey.

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