Manufacturing HR Leader: Talent, Culture & Growth

Ies Co; Mount Joy (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer Contribution Match

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term Disability

Company Paid Long-Term Disability

Medical Coverage

Job summary

IES Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager in Mount Joy, PA to lead HR functions for a growing metal fabrication manufacturing facility. You will partner with plant leadership to recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce on the manufacturing floor.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on HR leadership in manufacturing, success in reducing turnover, and a proven ability to develop strong workplace cultures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting high-volume hourly manufacturing employees.
• Strong employee relations, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of employment law, wage and hour regulations, and HR best practices.
• Experience leading retention and employee engagement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead all recruiting efforts for hourly manufacturing, skilled trades, technical, and salaried positions.
• Develop staffing strategies to support production schedules, growth initiatives, and workforce needs.
• Build relationships with local technical schools, trade programs, workforce development organizations, and staffing partners.
• Oversee onboarding programs to ensure new employees successfully integrate into the organization.
• Monitor workforce metrics and proactively address hiring challenges.
• Partner with leaders to improve employee engagement, recognition, communication, and career development programs.
• Create programs that promote employee growth, advancement opportunities, and long-term career paths.
• Champion a positive, inclusive, and accountability-driven workplace culture aligned with company values.
• Partner with plant leadership to strengthen employee morale and foster a high-performance work environment.
• Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and managers on employee relations matters.
• Conduct investigations and resolve workplace concerns in a fair, consistent, and timely manner.
• Promote strong communication and trust between leadership and employees.
• Support managers in performance management processes, employee development planning, and succession planning.
• Facilitate leadership training focused on employee engagement, communication, coaching, and accountability.
• Assist leadership teams in developing future leaders across operations and support functions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Administer HR policies, procedures, and employee programs.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data integrity.
• Partner with payroll and benefits administration to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Support audits and reporting requirements.
• Partner with EHS and operations leaders to promote a strong safety culture.
• Support initiatives that drive employee accountability, engagement, and participation in workplace safety programs.
• Assist leadership teams in maintaining a productive and compliant work environment.

Job description

IES Infrastructure is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager in Mount Joy, PA to lead HR functions for a growing metal fabrication manufacturing facility. You will partner with plant leadership to recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce on the manufacturing floor.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on HR leadership in manufacturing, success in reducing turnover, and a proven ability to develop strong workplace cultures.