Site Human Resources Specialist

Barry-Wehmiller; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC in Indianapolis seeks an experienced HR Specialist to partner with manufacturing leaders, drive people practices, and provide day-to-day HR support across the operation. Reporting to the People Team Leader in Spokane, this hands-on role focuses on employee relations, staffing, onboarding, and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

You will work closely with global HR programs, ensure policy consistency, and help develop a strong, engaged workforce in

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing or hourly workforce.
• Strong employee relations, performance management, and attendance experience.
• Recruiting and talent acquisition experience.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential matters.
• Ability to work independently, build relationships, and operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.
• Experience with Workday or other HRIS system highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders on employee relations, performance management, attendance, and workplace concerns.
• Provide insights and guidance to leaders on policy application.
• Take ownership of attendance oversight, tracking trends and ensuring consistent accountability.
• Partner with leaders and recruiting resources to fill open positions and maintain appropriate staffing levels.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and workforce planning.
• Investigate employee relations concerns and provide recommendations for appropriate resolution.
• Support corrective action, performance improvement, and other employee management processes.
• Serve as an approachable and trusted HR resource for employees.
• Support employee engagement, communication, development, and culture initiatives.
• Ensure consistent HR practices and compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies.
• Partner with the broader People Team on HR programs, projects, and organizational initiatives.

Skills

People management

Employee relations

Recruiting

Communication

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Tools

Workday

Job description

About Us

Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC is a privately held company with over 35 years of history dedicated to providing corrugated box manufacturing machines and services to the changing industry. As the paperboard packaging industry's premier global supplier of productivity-enhancing process machinery and systems, we supply innovative designs, intelligent automation, and optimized workflow, coupled with highly responsive parts and service support. Our United States and Europe based engineering, manufacturing, sales and service operations provide a global support system covering the full product portfolio of Alliance, Serco, TEI, ASC, Pallmac, J&L and Tanabe machines. Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Specialist to join our Indianapolis team and serve as a trusted partner to leaders and team members across our manufacturing operation. This is a hands‑on, highly visible HR role focused on helping leaders build and maintain strong teams, ensuring consistent people practices, and providing day‑to‑day HR support. The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional who is comfortable working in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This role will be part of a global HR team and will report to a People Team Leader at our Spokane, WA office, while serving as the primary on‑site HR partner for our Indianapolis operation.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with leaders on employee relations, performance management, attendance, and workplace concerns.
• Provide insights and guidance to leaders on policy application.
• Take ownership of attendance oversight, tracking trends and ensuring consistent accountability.
• Partner with leaders and recruiting resources to fill open positions and maintain appropriate staffing levels.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and workforce planning.
• Investigate employee relations concerns and provide recommendations for appropriate resolution.
• Support corrective action, performance improvement, and other employee management processes.
• Serve as an approachable and trusted HR resource for employees.
• Support employee engagement, communication, development, and culture initiatives.
• Ensure consistent HR practices and compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies.
• Partner with the broader People Team on HR programs, projects, and organizational initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing or hourly workforce strongly preferred.
• Strong employee relations, performance management, and attendance experience.
• Recruiting and talent acquisition experience.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential matters.
• Ability to work independently, build relationships, and operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.
• Experience with Workday or other HRIS system highly preferred.

Why This Role Matters

This position will play a critical role in strengthening our Indianapolis operation by ensuring leaders have the HR partnership, staffing support, and people‑management resources they need to succeed. If you are a hands‑on HR professional who enjoys being close to the business, coaching leaders, solving problems, and making a measurable impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E‑Verify.

Pre‑employment Screening

Applicants may be subject to pre‑employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company

Alliance

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