Strategic HR Leader - Pallet Segment Manufacturing

Columbia Forest Products; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Forest Products is seeking an HR Manager to oversee HR operations at the assigned site, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and regulatory compliance. The role leads the Pallet Segment’s HR functions in partnership with site HR Managers and operational leadership, translating priorities into actionable plans and fostering a culture of integrity and teamwork.

You will coach leaders, address complex employee relations, monitor workforce trends, and ensure consistent execution of HR

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of HR experience; preferably in manufacturing.
• SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP or equivalent certification.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Pallet Segment’s HR function in partnership with site HR Managers and operational leadership, aligning HR priorities with business objectives and company-wide programs, policies, and values.
• Participate in segment business planning and provide workforce insights related to organizational effectiveness, talent needs, employee relations, compliance, and workforce risk.
• Translate business priorities into clear HR objectives and consistent plans across all locations.
• Provide functional leadership, coaching, and ongoing support to site HR Managers.
• Develop site HR Managers as effective business partners and promote collaboration and consistency.
• Provide guidance and oversight on complex employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective actions, employee complaints, conflict resolution, performance concerns, and workplace issues.
• Ensure escalated employee relations matters are handled consistently, fairly, and with appropriate documentation, judgment, and escalation.
• Identify workforce and employee relations trends across locations and develop proactive solutions to address recurring issues and organizational needs.
• Coach leaders on communication, accountability, performance expectations and employee relations.
• Monitor execution of segment HR initiatives, identify barriers, and partner with site leadership to drive consistent implementation.
• Provide oversight to support compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Labor laws knowledge

Confidentiality

Change leadership

Team collaboration

Education

4-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field

Job description

Columbia Forest Products is seeking an HR Manager to oversee HR operations at the assigned site, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and regulatory compliance. The role leads the Pallet Segment’s HR functions in partnership with site HR Managers and operational leadership, translating priorities into actionable plans and fostering a culture of integrity and teamwork.

You will coach leaders, address complex employee relations, monitor workforce trends, and ensure consistent execution of HR