Plant Human Resources Manager

Amcor; Wright Township (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible time off

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Amcor is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead HR policies, programs, and initiatives across plant operations. You will be a strategic and hands-on partner to plant leadership, ensuring compliance and fostering a high-performance culture.

The role oversees employee relations, compensation, payroll, benefits, training, and staffing, with a focus on engagement and organizational performance. Fluent Spanish speaking ability is highly preferred, and the team operates onsite.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.
• Solid communication, coaching, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to present to large groups.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR functions including employee relations, compensation, payroll, benefits, training, and staffing.
• Ensure legal compliance and advise plant management on HR regulations and changes in employment law.
• Develop, coordinate, and deliver HR training programs and identify skill gaps and development plans.
• Provide strategic partnership to plant leadership aligning HR initiatives with business priorities and workforce analytics.

Skills

Communication

Coaching

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world.

At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business.

Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an everchanging world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world-class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.

To learn more about playing for Team Amcor, visit www.amcor.com LinkedIn Glassdoor Facebook YouTube

Job Description

Fluent Spanish speaking ability highly preferred.

As the HR Manager, you’ll be a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for developing, implementing, and managing HR policies, programs, and initiatives that support plant operations. This role oversees all core HR functions—including employee relations, compensation, payroll, benefits, training, and staffing—to ensure a positive employee experience and strong organizational performance.

You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership, ensuring legal compliance, promoting a high-performance culture, and providing guidance on HR best practices and emerging trends. This role reports directly to the HR Director, with a strong dotted-line relationship to the Plant Manager.

Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Policy Leadership

• Ensure Amcor's employee relations principles are consistently communicated, practiced, and understood across all levels.
• Interpret and apply HR policies in alignment with plant goals and business strategy.
• Provide coaching, counseling, and conflict-resolution guidance to leaders and employees.
• Lead and participate in employee engagement and improvement teams, encouraging proactive employee involvement.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, compensation, benefits administration, and performance management.
• Manage payroll and maintain HRIS/automated systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain legal compliance and advise plant management on changes in employment law and HR regulations.
• Support key HR initiatives including continuous improvement programs, affirmative action planning, integrations, acquisitions, and organizational restructuring.

Training & Development

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver HR training programs that strengthen leadership capability and employee development.
• Partner with managers to identify skill gaps, training needs, and development plans.

Strategic HR Leadership

• Provide recommendations based on HR trends, workforce analytics, and emerging HR practices.
• Operate independently and make informed decisions in the best interest of the organization.
• Serve as a key strategic partner to the plant leadership team, ensuring alignment between HR initiatives and business priorities.

Qualifications

Required:

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field
• Solid communication, coaching, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to present to large groups
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Prior supervisory experience
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach

Preferred:

• PHR/SPHR certification a plus
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Master’s degree

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OurExpectations

We expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win. We are winning when:

• Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor team
• Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation
• Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns
• The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click on "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" Poster. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call 224-313-7000 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Benefits

When you join Amcor, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits and compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)