Human Resources Manager | Plant Manufacturing

mosaicpartners; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 49,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Human Resources Manager to enhance employee relations and drive HR strategies in a manufacturing environment. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive labor atmosphere, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and managing collective bargaining agreements. The ideal candidate will possess 5 to 10 years of HR experience, particularly within unionized settings, and will be instrumental in implementing safety programs and developing training initiatives. Join a forward-thinking company committed to diversity and continuous improvement, where your contributions will shape the workforce and culture.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of HR experience, especially in manufacturing.
• Strong background in labor relations and employee engagement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR contact for plant leadership and union representatives.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies.

Skills

Labor Relations

Employee Engagement

Performance Management

Conflict Resolution

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s degree or HR certification

Tools

HRIS Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Human Resources Manager | Plant Manufacturing

Human Resources Manager | Plant Manufacturing

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This position plays a critical role in fostering a positive labor environment, managing employee relations in a unionized setting, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and driving HR strategies that support plant operations. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 10 years of progressive HR experience, with a strong background in labor relations, employee engagement, and performance management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary HR contact for plant leadership and union representatives.
• Administer and interpret collective bargaining agreements (CBAs); manage grievances, arbitrations, and contract negotiations.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to ensure staffing levels meet production goals.
• Coach and support managers on employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and EEO.
• Implement and oversee safety programs in collaboration with EHS personnel.
• Analyze HR metrics and develop action plans to improve workforce performance and engagement.
• Manage training and development initiatives to build employee capabilities and support career growth.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts within the plant.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred).
• 5 to 10 years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated experience working in a unionized environment and handling labor relations matters.
• In-depth knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven ability to build trust and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of employees and management.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience leading change management or culture transformation initiatives.
• Bilingual (Spanish or other languages) a plus.

This role will sit ONSITE out of the Wilmington, DE facility.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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