Sr. Plant Human Resources Manager

International; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

International Motors in Huntsville is seeking a Sr. Plant Human Resources Manager to integrate business strategy with Lean manufacturing and people capability at the Powertrain Plant. You will lead end-to-end people outcomes and drive a high-performing culture aligned with the International Way.

You will partner with senior operations to transform HR processes, strengthen employee relations, and embed Lean behaviors across workforce systems to enhance engagement and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 6 years of HR or labor experience
• Master's degree with at least 5 years of HR or labor experience
• 10+ years of HR or labor experience with at least 3 years in a lead role

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic HR advisor and HRX Business Integrator to the Plant Director
• Lead employee relations, engagement, leadership coaching, and people engagement
• Maintain daily visible presence on the manufacturing floor (Gemba)
• Develop workforce plans aligned to production strategy
• Lead recruiting, succession planning, performance management and talent development
• Partner with HRX Enabling Hubs to deliver end-to-end solutions
• Use workforce analytics and operational metrics to drive decisions
• Apply Lean principles to simplify HR processes and eliminate waste
• Ensure compliance while improving employee experience

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Workforce planning

Leadership coaching

Organizational development

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Continuous improvement

Employment law

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Master's degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

MS Excel

Data analytics tools

Job description

Position Overview

International Motors has a great opportunity for a Sr. Plant Human Resources Manager at our Powertrain Plant in Huntsville. The Powertrain Manufacturing Plant in Huntsville is a technologically advanced powertrain manufacturing facility that produces high-quality diesel engines and transmissions.

The Sr. Plant Human Resources Manager will report into the HR Business Integrator for Production and Logistics and will integrate business strategy, Lean Manufacturing, people, and organizational capability into one operating model that enables plant performance.

During the current transformation toward the International Way, this leader is expected to act as a member of the Plant Leadership Team rather than as a traditional HR manager, owning end-to-end people outcomes and driving continuous improvement.

The individual will also lead the transformation of the plant's people systems by embedding Lean Manufacturing behaviors, building leadership capability, strengthening employee relations, and creating a high-performing culture aligned with the International Way and a high people engagement and people care.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic HR advisor and HRX Business Integrator to the Plant Director.
• Lead employee relations, engagement, leadership coaching, and people engagement.
• Maintain daily visible presence on the manufacturing floor (Gemba).
• Develop workforce plans aligned to production strategy.
• Lead recruiting, succession planning, performance management and talent development.
• Partner with HRX Enabling Hubs and Shared Solutions to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Use workforce analytics and operational metrics to drive decisions.
• Apply Lean principles to simplify HR processes and eliminate waste.
• Ensure compliance while improving employee experience.

Minimum Requirements

OR

• Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of human resources or labor experience
• At least 3 years of lead experience

OR

• Master's degree and at least 5 years of human resources or labor experience
• At least 3 years of lead experience

OR

• At least 10 years of human resources or labor experience
• At least 3 years of lead experience

Additional Requirements

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

Desired Skills

• Human Resources leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, with increasing responsibility supporting operational leaders.
• Demonstrated success partnering directly with plant leadership to improve business performance through people strategies.
• Proven experience supporting non-union manufacturing operations, with a strong track record of fostering positive employee relations and maintaining a union-free environment.
• Strong expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, workforce planning, performance management, compensation administration, leadership coaching, and organizational development.
• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders, drive organizational change, and successfully manage multiple business priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience using workforce analytics and operational metrics to support business decisions and measure organizational effectiveness.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and manufacturing workforce practices
• Experience within the commercial vehicle, automotive, powertrain, heavy manufacturing, or other high-volume industrial manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated application of Lean Manufacturing principles, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, or equivalent operational excellence methodologies.
• Experience serving as a member of a Plant Leadership Team and partnering directly with senior operational leaders.
• Proven success leading organizational transformation, culture change, or business integration initiatives.
• Experience implementing HR technology, process standardization, or Lean HR initiatives that improve efficiency and employee experience.

Benefits And Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON

With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

About International

From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today,few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.

• International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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