Strategic HR Manager – Manufacturing Facility

KI; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays

Educational reimbursement program

Full benefits package including EAP

Job summary

KI in Manitowoc is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead HR services across recruitment, performance management, compensation, organizational development, safety and policy development. You will serve as a key partner to managers, shaping employee programs and ensuring legal compliance.

The role focuses on strategy execution, investigations, leave management, and safety initiatives while coordinating workforce planning and training across the facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field is required.
• Two years+ HR/leadership experience with progressive responsibilities.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification(s) preferred.
• Spanish language skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support HR policies and procedures including handbook review and revisions.
• Assist managers with performance management, discipline and team-building opportunities while ensuring legal compliance.
• Develop and oversee strategic employee programs.
• Lead investigations for harassment, discrimination and other claims.
• Manage leaves of absence and accommodation requests.
• Coordinate recognition programs including budgeting and administration.
• Develop and coordinate performance review processes.
• Coach technicians, coordinators and managers as needed.
• Coordinate recruitment of office and plant staff and advertise events.
• Develop and maintain accurate job descriptions.
• Coordinate safety initiatives including awareness, incentives and enforcement.
• Provide case management for workers’ compensation and return-to-work programs.
• Ensure OSHA compliance for policies, training and recordkeeping.
• Forecast facility staffing needs and employee career development.
• Schedule and conduct training sessions throughout the year.

Skills

Leadership experience

Recruitment

Performance management

Policy development

Safety compliance

Employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification(s)

Job description

KI in Manitowoc is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead HR services across recruitment, performance management, compensation, organizational development, safety and policy development. You will serve as a key partner to managers, shaping employee programs and ensuring legal compliance.

The role focuses on strategy execution, investigations, leave management, and safety initiatives while coordinating workforce planning and training across the facility.