Senior Human Resources Manager

Ellsworth Corporation; Town of Germantown (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) + matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Ellsworth Corporation, a global distributor of specialty chemicals and adhesives, seeks a Sr. Human Resources Manager to lead a team of HR Generalists and oversee HR policy across divisions.

Based at our Germantown, WI corporate headquarters, this on-site/hybrid role focuses on policy development, compliance, employee relations investigations, and delivering consistent HR processes across the organization.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a Human Resources function.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing HR professionals.
• Experience leading employee relations investigations and compliance activities.
• Experience driving process improvement, standardization, and operational excellence.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads a team of HR Generalists to ensure consistent, high-quality execution of core HR processes across divisions.
• Oversees escalation of employee relations matters and conducts risk assessments.
• Owns development, maintenance, interpretation, and application of HR policies and procedures.
• Monitors compliance-related HR activities and ensures adherence to laws and internal controls.
• Identifies opportunities to standardize and improve HR policies and processes.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Process improvement

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Influence leaders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration

PHR/SPHR/SHRM cert. preferred

Job description

Job Description: What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common? Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products! Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Sr Human Resources Manager opportunity. This role reports into our corporate headquarters located in Germantown, WI and is an on-site/hybrid role. Do you want to lead a team of best-in-class HR Generalists and help shape HR policy within a global organization? Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team! Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 50 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries!

We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries!

This role leads a team of HR Generalists responsible for executing standardized Human Resources processes across assigned business units and divisions and ensures consistent application of HR policies, programs, procedures, and compliance requirements while owning the maintenance and governance of HR policies and processes, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. It also oversees escalated employee relations matters, investigations, workload prioritization, and execution of core HR processes to deliver a consistent employee and manager experience across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Leads, coaches, develops, and manages a team of HR Generalists to ensure consistent, high-quality execution of core HR processes and services across assigned divisions
• Assigns and balances HR workload, establishes priorities, and monitors performance to ensure timely and effective delivery of employee and manager support
• Owns the development, maintenance, interpretation, and application of HR policies, procedures, practices, employment guidelines, and related process documentation to ensure consistency, compliance, and operational effectiveness throughout the organization
• Serves as the escalation point for complex employee relations matters, conducting risk assessments and recommending appropriate resolutions aligned with company values and legal requirements
• Oversees employee relations investigations to ensure thorough documentation, objective fact-finding, and consistent outcomes
• Monitors execution of compliance-related HR activities, partnering with HR Centers of Excellence and business leaders to ensure adherence to employment laws, regulatory requirements, internal controls, and company policies
• Identifies opportunities to standardize, simplify, and improve HR policies, processes, workflows, tools, and documentation; leads the annual review and update cycle to ensure policies and processes remain current, compliant, and aligned with business needs while engaging appropriate stakeholders
• Partners with Field HR, HR Centers of Excellence and business leaders to ensure consistent implementation of HR programs, practices, and organizational initiatives

PERKS & BENEFITS

• As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more!

Other Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

• 7+ years of experience in a Human Resources-related function.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing HR professionals.
• Experience leading employee relations investigations and compliance activities.
• Experience driving process improvement, standardization, and operational excellence initiatives
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, and HR compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop HR professionals in a multi-site environment.
• Strong process improvement, project management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish operational discipline and drive consistency across business units.
• Effective investigative, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Strong business acumen and ability to influence leaders at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and leverage insights to improve business outcomes.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Occasional travel up to 25%.

#Corp #HumanResources #Leadership At Ellsworth, people are at the center of everything we do. We are a global organization built on long standing values, integrity, respect, collaboration, and a relentless focus on our customers. We believe great outcomes start with great people. That's why we invest in an environment where curiosity is encouraged, expertise is valued, and individuals are empowered to make a meaningful impact—for our customers, our teams, and their own growth. No matter your role, you'll find that customer focus is part of every job at Ellsworth. We work across disciplines and regions to solve complex challenges, support real world production needs, and build solutions that last. This is a place where your work matters, your voice is heard, and your growth is supported. You're in the right place and we're glad you're here.