Hybrid HR Manager - Transportation & Industrial Ops

Michael Page; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI is seeking an HR Manager to lead a small HR team and partner with the President and executive leadership. You will guide workforce planning, employee relations, and HR initiatives across union and non-union populations in a fast-changing environment, with a strong emphasis on practical, business-aligned solutions.

The role offers hands-on leadership, high visibility, and a hybrid work arrangement located in Chicago's western suburbs.

Qualifications

• Experience as HR Manager, HRBP, or HR leader in a mid-sized org.
• Hands-on leadership with strategic and day-to-day execution.
• Experience supporting hourly, salaried, field-based, and corporate staff.
• Background in labor-intensive industries with change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and operations to support business objectives.
• Partner with site and business leadership on workforce matters.
• Oversee employee relations, labor relations, compliance, and benefits.
• Manage talent acquisition, retention, and development initiatives.
• Direct workforce planning, onboarding, and succession planning.
• Supervise a small HR team with visibility across the organization.

Skills

HR leadership

Union relations

Labor relations

People management

Strategic partnership

Influence stakeholders

Job description

MPI is seeking an HR Manager to lead a small HR team and partner with the President and executive leadership. You will guide workforce planning, employee relations, and HR initiatives across union and non-union populations in a fast-changing environment, with a strong emphasis on practical, business-aligned solutions.

The role offers hands-on leadership, high visibility, and a hybrid work arrangement located in Chicago's western suburbs.