Human Resources Manager

Price Industries; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Industries seeks a dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead HR functions at one of our Suwanee, GA facilities. The role partners with plant leadership to drive employee engagement, leadership development, and labor relations in a unionized manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in progressive HR roles within manufacturing, plus strong labor relations experience and a track record of developing frontline leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years supporting a unionized workforce.
• Strong knowledge of labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, and grievance administration.
• Experience leading employee relations investigations and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated success developing frontline leaders and supervisory talent.
• Knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practices.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement leadership development programs for supervisors, team leads, and emerging leaders.
• Coach managers on employee relations, performance management, accountability, and effective leadership practices.
• Develop succession planning and talent review processes.
• Lead training initiatives focused on leadership skills, communication, engagement, and workforce development.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Partner with operational leaders to forecast workforce needs and lead recruiting for hourly, technical, and salaried positions.
• Develop onboarding programs to accelerate employee success and retention.
• Support workforce diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Manage employee relations matters, investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution.
• Oversee performance management processes and annual talent reviews.
• Monitor HR metrics like turnover, retention, absenteeism, and engagement.
• Ensure policy compliance and labor law adherence.
• Lead labor relations with union and non-union employees; administer collective bargaining agreements.
• Support contract negotiations and labor strategy initiatives.

Skills

Leadership development

Employee relations

Talent management

Workforce planning

Coaching managers

Succession planning

Training programs

Diversity & inclusion

People management

Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

DESCRIPTIONPrice Industries is seeking a dynamic and hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead all HR functions within a manufacturing operation in one of our Suwanee, GA facilities. The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional with a strong background in unionized manufacturing environments, employee and leadership development, talent management, employee relations, and workforce planning.This role serves as a strategic business partner to plant leadership while maintaining a visible presence on the production floor. The HR Manager will champion employee engagement, foster positive labor relations, develop frontline leaders, and drive programs that enhance organizational performance and employee growth.ResponsibilitiesLeadership & People DevelopmentDesign and implement leadership development programs for supervisors, team leads, and emerging leaders.Coach managers on employee relations, performance management, accountability, and effective leadership practices.Develop succession planning and talent review processes.Lead training initiatives focused on leadership skills, communication, engagement, and workforce development.Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.T alent Acquisition & Workforce PlanningPartner with operational leaders to forecast workforce needs.Lead recruiting efforts for hourly, technical, and salaried positions.Develop onboarding programs that accelerate employee success and retention.Support workforce diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement initiatives.HR OperationsManage employee relations matters, investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution.Oversee performance management processes and annual talent reviews.Monitor key HR metrics including turnover, retention, absenteeism, and employee engagement.Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures.Maintain compliance with OSHA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, and other employment regulations.Culture & Employee EngagementDevelop programs that recognize employee contributions and strengthen workplace culture.Foster an environment where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.Partner with leadership teams to improve communication and engagement across all shifts.Support community involvement and employee-focused initiatives.Labor & Employee RelationsServe as the primary HR partner for union and non-union employees.Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements.Partner with union representatives to resolve workplace issues and maintain productive labor-management relationships.Lead grievance investigations, disciplinary actions, and dispute resolution efforts.Support contract negotiations and labor strategy initiatives.Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and labor laws.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or related field.7+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing environment.3+ years supporting a unionized workforce.Strong knowledge of labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, and grievance administration.Experience leading employee relations investigations and conflict resolution.Demonstrated success developing frontline leaders and supervisory talent.Knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practices.PreferredPHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.Experience supporting multi-shift manufacturing operations.Background in workforce development, apprenticeship programs, or skills-based training.Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement exposure.ABOUT PRICE INDUSTRIESWe are the leading provider of non-residential air distribution products across North America. We are committed to nurturing passionate and adaptable individuals who will play pivotal roles in shaping our future.After 75 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service, and social responsibility . Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.Take a peek into Life at Price with employee testimonials and other insights from our YouTube channelWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.THIRD PARTY RECRUITING AGENCIESPlease be advised that Price Industries is NOT currently engaging third-party recruiting services . Any resumes submitted without a signed contract dated on or after January 2025 AND specifically engaged for a specific search from Price Industries' Human Resources department will be considered the property of Price Industries, with no fee obligation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.