Regional HR Leader – Manufacturing & Labor Relations

Norsk Hydro; Connersville (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life

Retirement Savings Plans with Company匹

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro North America is seeking a Region HR Business Partner for Industrial & Distribution to lead HR operations across multiple manufacturing sites. You will drive labor relations, workforce planning, compliance, talent management, and organizational development with plant leadership and senior executives.

The role requires 10+ years in HR within manufacturing, multi-site experience, and strong knowledge of unionized environments, HRIS systems, and labor laws. Travel up to 30% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of HR experience in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• 3+ years in a unionized setting and multi-site experience.
• Experience in collective bargaining, workforce planning, HR compliance, and talent management.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and initiatives across multiple locations to align with business goals.
• Oversee labor relations, union negotiations, and contract interpretation consistently.
• Drive workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational structure improvements.
• Monitor HR KPIs, drive talent development, culture, and engagement across sites.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/local employment laws and risk management.

Skills

Labor relations

Collective bargaining

HR compliance

Talent management

Workforce planning

Performance coaching

People development

Change management

Conflict resolution

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

Timekeeping software (SuccessFactors, UKG/UltiPro)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Hydro North America is seeking a Region HR Business Partner for Industrial & Distribution to lead HR operations across multiple manufacturing sites. You will drive labor relations, workforce planning, compliance, talent management, and organizational development with plant leadership and senior executives.

The role requires 10+ years in HR within manufacturing, multi-site experience, and strong knowledge of unionized environments, HRIS systems, and labor laws. Travel up to 30% is expected.