Manager, Human Resources

SPX Technologies, Inc.; Eden (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) match

Educational assistance

Leadership development

Job summary

SPX Technologies, Inc. seeks a seasoned Human Resource Manager to partner with plant leadership and drive HR initiatives that foster an efficient, engaged, and inclusive workforce.

You will lead employee relations, recruiting, performance management, training, compliance, and data reporting in a manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on continuous improvement.

The role involves an office setting with some plant exposure, minimal travel, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in site lead HR role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience coaching supervisors and managers on employee relations issues.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, EEO, ADA).

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to implement HR processes and initiatives.
• Lead hourly recruitment and onboarding in a high-volume setting.
• Support attendance tracking, HRIS data, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement in HR programs and safety culture.
• Coordinate employee engagement activities and pay planning support.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Recruiting

Performance management

Data analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Manufacturing HR

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

PHR/SPHR/GPHR preferred

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce

SuccessFactors

Job description

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our Rise talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company with problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

This is a position with WM Technologies, LLC and affiliate of SPX Enterprises, LLC, which manufactures and sells Weil-McLain branded products. Weil-McLain is a leading North American brand of hydronic comfort heating systems for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings since 1881.

How You Will Make An Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. The Human Resource Manager is responsible for partnering with leadership team to drive implementation of HR processes and initiatives to meet objectives of the business and develop an efficient, engaged, and inclusive workforce. This is a hands‑on position that supports the manufacturing plant and leadership with a focus on recruiting, employee engagement, employee relations, performance management, and continuous improvement.

What You Can Expect In This Role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

• Employee Relations
  • Serve as the key employee relations contact to respond and follow up to day‑to‑day HR related issues concerns.
  • Provide support and guidance to leaders and associates with the importance on maintaining a high performing work environment and emphasizing coaching, counseling, policies and standards.
  • Continually improve employee relations through proactive identification of workplace issues, appropriate policy review and implementation, and employee engagement.
  • Support effective local communication (monthly operations meetings, 360, toolbox talks, announcements, bulletin board, electronic communication board, etc.).
  • Assist in driving a high level of employee engagement by updating Company information, Coordinate of on‑site events: family day, holiday events, celebrations, sales meetings, community, retirees’, etc.
  • Assist and develop employee self‑service.
• Recruiting & Performance Management
  • Support the full scope of the employee life cycle including: identify resourcing issues, implementing local staffing plans to ensure staffing levels are met, recruiting, onboarding, and exit practices.
  • Lead and support hourly recruiting, hiring and onboarding in high volume environment.
  • Manage and support temporary agency staffing levels, performance and relationships.
  • Support employee training, career development and recognition programs.
  • Coordinate, support and monitor employee performance reviews mid‑year and EOY for target completion.
• System and Compliance Support
  • Support the HR systems such as Ceridian Dayforce, Success Factors, and other systems by coordinating the collection of information, inputting information, and running/auditing reports.
  • Manage attendance tracking system and administer attendance policy.
  • Responsible for filing system and records retention maintenance.
  • Complete reports by pulling and analyzing data from HRIS systems and related data sources.
  • Serve as site Benefit contact including disability and FMLA inquiries.
  • Provide direction and support for all regulatory requirements including EEO, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, and corporate compliance guidelines.
  • Update and maintain job descriptions.
  • Support annual pay planning process.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Act as advocate for a continuous improvement and safety culture.
  • Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and potential solutions that enable the business.
  • Support and maintain HR and business metrics.
  • Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and organization.

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

Required Experience

• 5+ years in site lead HR role.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Prior HR experience in Manufacturing Operations.
• Management of at least 1 direct report
• Experience and ability in coaching and advising supervisors and managers on employee relations issues.
• Experience in high volume staffing environment.
• Experience with a temporary workforce and seasonal; staffing.
• Strong computer skills with Strong Microsoft office skills (Advanced Excel & PowerPoint preferred)
• Knowledge of employment laws (FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, EEO, ADA)
• Demonstrated capability in core HR areas (employee relations, compensation, talent management, engagement)
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Experience working with Time and Attendance Systems (Ceridian is a plus)
• Proven ability to speak with data and build businesses cases in oral and written form.
• Experience in manufacturing recruiting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities with keen attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset, with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing process enhancements.
• Collaborative mindset, with proven ability to work cross functionally.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field or two years+ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PHR/SPHR/GPHR Certification preferred.

Travel & Working Environment

• Office environment with occasional work in a plant/manufacturing environment
• Minimal travel (<10%) that includes visits to other facilities, vendors and training.
• Manufacturing Environment require use of foot, eye and ear protection when in production areas.

How We Live Our Culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do, and more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads.

What Benefits do we offer?

We know that the well‑being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.