Strategic HR Partner for Manufacturing & Change

Wabash; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabash is seeking an HR Manager to act as a key business partner to operations, providing expertise in recruitment, performance management, employee development, and policy compliance. You will drive HR initiatives, partner with leadership, and lead large-scale change while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong communication, strategic thinking, and a track record of implementing HR solutions in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, HR, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of recruitment, compensation/benefits, leadership development and employee relations.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with database management tools.
• 5+ years general HR experience.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with operations leadership as the HR business partner.
• Lead recruitment, performance management and employee development.
• Provide guidance on policies, procedures and compliance.
• Track KPIs and report HR outcomes.
• Support change initiatives and Lean HR programs.
• Promote community relations and corporate citizenship.

Skills

HR laws & compliance

Stakeholder partnership

KPI tracking

Strategic HR leadership

Change management

Lean HR tools

Employee relations

Communication

Recruitment lifecycle

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Human Resources

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database management tools

Job description

Wabash is seeking an HR Manager to act as a key business partner to operations, providing expertise in recruitment, performance management, employee development, and policy compliance. You will drive HR initiatives, partner with leadership, and lead large-scale change while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong communication, strategic thinking, and a track record of implementing HR solutions in a manufacturing environment.