Strategic HR Partner for Operations

Wabash; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabash is seeking an HR Manager to partner with operations and lead human resources initiatives across recruitment, performance, investigations, and development. You will align HR programs with business goals and drive strategic change across the site.

The role requires a strong background in HR operations, regulatory knowledge, and proven ability to influence leadership while delivering measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, HR, or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HR functions: recruitment, compensation, development, employee relations.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint; experience with databases.
• Knowledge of state and federal HR regulations.
• Demonstrated agility in proposing recruitment/process solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Partners with operations leaders as primary HR business partner.
• Manages recruitment, performance management, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
• Drives KPIs to measure and predict HR outcomes.
• Translates business goals into aligned HR initiatives.
• Leads change efforts and promotes Lean principles in HR tools and programs.
• Provides guidance on policies, development, morale, and discipline.
• Engages leaders in strategic discussions and influences outcomes.
• Supports communication and implementation of key business initiatives.

Skills

HR knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Change management

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Related field)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wabash is seeking an HR Manager to partner with operations and lead human resources initiatives across recruitment, performance, investigations, and development. You will align HR programs with business goals and drive strategic change across the site.

The role requires a strong background in HR operations, regulatory knowledge, and proven ability to influence leadership while delivering measurable outcomes.