Senior Human Resources Specialist

Hunter Recruiting; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting company is seeking a Senior HR Professional in Waxahachie, TX. This role will partner with site leadership to enhance business performance and engage employees through various HR initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in HR functions, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 2+ years of HR experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HR functions.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an HR advisor to plant leadership.
• Lead core HR functions and manage employee relations.
• Coordinate onboarding, training, and wellness initiatives.

Skills

Performance management

Employee relations

Change management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SuccessFactors

UKG

Job description

Senior HR Professional

Waxahachie, TX

Competitive Pay and Benefits

The Senior HR Professional partners with site leadership to deliver human capital strategies that enhance business performance. A key member of the HR team, this role drives workforce engagement, leads change initiatives, and manages plant-wide events and employee-focused projects.

Senior HR Professional Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted HR advisor and strategic partner to plant leadership.
• Coach leaders and employees to drive performance, accountability, and engagement.
• Lead core HR functions including talent acquisition, development, retention, and employee relations.
• Manage compensation, benefits, and leave administration, ensuring compliance and clarity.
• Oversee HR systems (e.g., SuccessFactors, UKG) and use data to improve HR performance.
• Coordinate onboarding, training, employee recognition, and wellness initiatives.
• Support change management, continuous improvement, and TPM T&D Pillar efforts.
• Lead plant engagement and safety teams; contribute to company-wide HR initiatives.

Senior HR Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field required; 2+ years of HR experience preferred, especially in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of HR functions, including performance management, compensation, recruiting, payroll, and employee relations.
• Proven ability to drive change, coach leaders, and balance business and employee needs.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; able to work independently and handle confidential information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with HRIS systems like SuccessFactors, Kronos, or UKG preferred.