Plant Human Resources Manager - New Castle, PA

MSCCN; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Educational assistance

Professional development opportunities

Stable employment with a Fortune 500‑s

Job summary

Silgan Closures in New Castle, PA is seeking a Plant Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations at the manufacturing facility. You will oversee employee relations, benefits administration, onboarding, HR compliance, and safety program coordination to support plant leadership and business objectives.

You will partner with management to enhance engagement, maintain lawful practices, and drive workforce initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in HR, labor relations, or business administration.
• Minimum 5 years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, employee relations, and benefits administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily HR operations at the New Castle, PA facility.
• Partner with plant leadership to drive engagement and workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.
• Oversee benefits administration for hourly employees and onboarding processes.
• Maintain HRIS records, process changes, and documentation.
• Manage unemployment claims and support workforce transitions.
• Foster a positive culture aligned with company policies and safety standards.

Skills

Employee relations

HR compliance

Benefits administration

Recruiting & onboarding

Workforce planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / related field

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

Silgan Closures is seeking an experienced Plant Human Resources Manager to join our manufacturing facility in New Castle, PA. This onsite HR Manager role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources management, including employee relations, recruiting, benefits administration, HR compliance, onboarding, performance management, and safety program coordination.

As a trusted member of the plant leadership team, the Plant Human Resources Manager will partner with employees and management to support workforce initiatives, maintain compliance with federal and state employment laws, drive employee engagement, and foster a positive workplace culture within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

We are proud to be an essential part of the world's food supply chain and are looking for a dedicated Human Resources professional who takes this responsibility as seriously as we do.

What we offer you:

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance
• Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with some flexibility
• Opportunity to represent Silgan at occasional career fairs and recruiting events
• Salary range $73,000 - $80,000
• Company-paid life insurance
• Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
• Stable employment with a global Fortune 500 manufacturer
• Positive manufacturing culture that recognizes, rewards, and celebrates employee achievements

What you’ll do:

As the Plant Human Resources Manager, you will lead a broad range of HR functions and provide strategic and operational support to employees and leadership.

Human Resources Leadership

• Manage daily human resources operations for the New Castle, PA manufacturing facility
• Partner with plant leadership to support business objectives, employee engagement, and workforce planning
• Promote a positive work environment while ensuring alignment with company policies and procedures

Employee Relations

• Provide guidance and support regarding employee relations matters
• Assist leaders in resolving workplace issues while maintaining compliance and consistency
• Foster strong employee communication and engagement initiatives

Benefits Administration

• Serve as the site Benefits Administrator for hourly employees
• Administer employee benefit programs and assist employees with benefit-related questions
• Conduct new hire orientations and benefit enrollment sessions
• Process, maintain, and update benefit records and enrollment information

HR Compliance & Employment Law

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations

Maintain compliance regarding:

• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements
• Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regulations
• Department of Labor (DOL) standards
• Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)
• Immigration and employment eligibility requirements
• ADA, ADEA, wage and hour laws, and workers' compensation regulations

HR Systems & Administration

Maintain and update employee records within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS)

• Process employee status changes, compensation updates, training records, address changes, and benefit information
• Maintain accurate documentation and personnel files

Unemployment & Employee Support

• Manage unemployment claims and appeal hearings
• Gather and provide appropriate documentation and represent the company when required
• Support employee onboarding, offboarding, and workforce transitions

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What you’ll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources experience
• Experience supporting a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, employee relations, and benefits administration
• Experience with recruiting, onboarding, talent acquisition, and workforce management
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization