Plant Human Resources Manager

SONOCO CANADA; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 113,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Plant Human Resources Manager to lead HR initiatives at their Newport facility. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the workplace culture while ensuring compliance with federal and state laws. You'll be responsible for promoting diversity and inclusion, managing talent development, and implementing employee recognition programs. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, this position allows you to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment. If you're passionate about human resources and eager to drive positive change, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 7+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• SHRM CP or SCP Certification or HRCI SPHR or PHR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote plant culture and company values.
• Oversee training and development programs.
• Manage talent review and performance processes.

Skills

Employee Relations

Federal and State Laws (EEOC, FMLA, ADA, etc.)

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Talent Management

Training and Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Human Resources

Job description

Plant Human Resources Manager

Apply remote type: Onsite | Location: Newport, TN, USA | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago | Job requisition ID: JR-142838

Sonoco, a global leader in packaging solutions since 1899, values its people and the core belief that "People Build Businesses." Our talented team drives our growth and innovation across over 34 countries, with a focus on sustainability and industrialization.

The Sr Plant HR Manager, reporting to the Associate Director, Human Resources - IPP, handles employee relations at designated plant locations. Responsibilities include understanding and applying federal and state laws such as EEOC, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, COBRA, NLRB, among others, to mitigate legal risks and maintain non-union status where applicable. Conducts surveys on employee morale, wages, benefits, and employment issues, providing reports and recommendations to management.

This role involves working with management to communicate, train, coach, and assist employees to maintain morale. It may also include supporting local hourly recruitment, diversity hiring, employee tracking, and interviews. Advises on employee and management counseling regarding policies, procedures, legal requirements, performance, discipline, benefits, and restructuring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote plant culture, company values, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
• Establish long-term HR goals and metrics for the plant.
• Oversee training and development programs for plant personnel.
• Manage talent review and performance processes to foster accountability.
• Plan succession for all plant positions, including interns and emerging leaders.
• Support development planning for high-potential employees.
• Implement employee recognition programs.
• Engage in community relations activities.
• Ensure plant compliance with Sonoco HR policies.

This position supports our Paper Mill facilities in Newport, TN. It is an onsite role with relocation benefits available per company policy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business with a focus on Human Resources.
• Minimum of 7 years HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• SHRM CP or SCP Certification or HRCI SPHR or PHR (preferred).
• Union experience highly preferred.

Compensation:

Annual base salary ranges from $113,280 to $127,440, plus a target bonus of 7.5% of the base salary.

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Sonoco offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, health coverage, retirement plans, wellbeing resources, paid time off, insurance plans, and tuition reimbursement. Benefits may vary by location and union status.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.