Senior HR Manager - Labor & Talent Ops

SkyChefs; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyChefs in Austin, TX seeks a Human Resources Manager to oversee HR for a large hourly workforce and serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leadership. The role drives initiatives in engagement, labor relations, talent acquisition, compliance, workforce planning, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting a substantial hourly workforce, strong communication skills, and the ability to balance operational priorities with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• 5+ years progressive HR experience.
• 3+ years HR leadership experience supporting large hourly workforces.
• Experience with employee relations investigations and disciplinary processes.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner to operations leadership and employees.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
• Interpret and administer CBAs.
• Partner with union representatives to resolve grievances.
• Conduct employee investigations and recommend corrective actions.
• Promote fair, compliant employment practices.
• Lead recruitment for exempt and key operational positions.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation programs.
• Monitor turnover and workforce metrics.
• Coach leaders on engagement and performance management.
• Support performance reviews and succession planning processes.
• Identify training opportunities.
• Align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Drive change management and organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

5+ years HR experience

3+ years HR leadership

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SkyChefs in Austin, TX seeks a Human Resources Manager to oversee HR for a large hourly workforce and serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leadership. The role drives initiatives in engagement, labor relations, talent acquisition, compliance, workforce planning, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting a substantial hourly workforce, strong communication skills, and the ability to balance operational priorities with