Plant HR Leader: Manufacturing & Union Relations

CNH; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Savings & Retirement benefits

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Fertility & Family building support

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

CNH in Racine, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead strategic and operational HR at the manufacturing site. You will partner with plant leadership to align people priorities with business needs and support a safe, productive, and engaged workplace.

The role oversees two direct reports, manages UAW relations, workforce planning, staffing, development, and HR operations, balancing hands-on support with long-term workforce priorities across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing, including union labor relations and collective bargaining administration.
• Experience managing grievances, investigations, and complex employee relations matters.
• Experience leading and developing HR professionals.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Plant Manager and leadership team on workforce and organizational priorities.
• Lead and develop two direct reports, ensuring effective HR support across shifts.
• Manage UAW relations, contract administration, grievances, and support for collective bargaining.
• Oversee investigations, corrective actions, and complex employee relations matters.
• Coach leaders on performance management, policies, and employee concerns.
• Partner with Operations and Finance on staffing, headcount, and workforce planning.
• Lead talent reviews, succession planning, leadership development, and organizational change.
• Coordinate with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver programs, maintain accurate records, and support compliance.

Skills

HR leadership

Labor relations

Employee relations

Staff development

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Job description

CNH in Racine, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead strategic and operational HR at the manufacturing site. You will partner with plant leadership to align people priorities with business needs and support a safe, productive, and engaged workplace.

The role oversees two direct reports, manages UAW relations, workforce planning, staffing, development, and HR operations, balancing hands-on support with long-term workforce priorities across shifts.