Human Resources Manager

Imi Plc; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401K plan

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

Employee Resource Groups

PTO

Health Savings Account contributions/-

Disability & life insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

IMI plc in Palmer, MA seeks a dynamic Site HR Manager to partner with the General Manager, drive organizational effectiveness, and coach employees at all levels while overseeing the Pipersville, PA site.

The role requires a track record in fast-paced environments, broad HR leadership, and the ability to balance strategic partnership with operational execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong change management and leadership development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce planning and talent management initiatives.
• Provide coaching to leaders on people management, performance improvement and employee relations.
• Serve as primary HR leader for the Palmer, MA site while supporting the Pipersville, PA location.
• Develop and deliver training programs to enhance leadership capabilities.
• Drive employee engagement and retention strategies.
• Facilitate smooth change management through effective communication and stakeholder partnership.
• Maintain accurate HR records and use analytics to guide decision-making.
• Lead and develop the local HR team.

Skills

Change management

Leadership development

Coaching

Strategic partnership

Employee relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

IMI plc
We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Site HR Manager to join our team in Palmer, MA. This role will partner closely with the General Manager to drive organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and provide expert coaching to employees at all levels. The role will also provide HR leadership and oversight for our Pipersville, PA location, ensuring alignment and consistency across both sites.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading HR functions in a fast-paced environment and balancing strategic partnership with strong operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Workforce Planning & Talent Management: Lead initiatives to ensure the organization has the right skills and capabilities to achieve its objectives.
• Coaching & Guidance: Provide coaching and guidance to leaders and managers on best practices in people management, performance improvement, and employee relations.
• Multi-Site HR Leadership: Serve as the primary HR leader for the Palmer, MA site while providing HR oversight and partnership to the Pipersville, PA location, ensuring consistent people practices and alignment with business priorities.
• Training Programs: Develop and deliver training programs to enhance leadership capabilities and foster a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Employee Engagement: Develop and implement strategies to enhance morale, retention, and overall job satisfaction.
• Change Management: Facilitate smooth organizational transitions through effective communication and stakeholder partnership.
• HR Analytics: Maintain accurate HR records and reports, leveraging HR analytics to drive data-informed decision-making.
• People Management: Manage, guide, and develop members of the local HR team.

Critical Competencies for Success

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong expertise in change management and leadership development.
• Excellent coaching and advisory skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships with senior leaders.
• Proven experience managing complex HR projects.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Pay Range: $115,000 - 140,000 annually.

Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

Bonus eligibility: This position is also eligible for a variable incentive pay component, separate from base salary.

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs.

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties

At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.