HR Manager

Wabash
United States, Arkansas, Harrison
339 Industrial Park Road (Show on map)
Apr 14, 2025
About the Role: The Human Resources Manager acts as the primary business partner to site leadership team while providing support and expertise on all human resources and employment related issues including recruitment, investigation, disciplinary action, employee development, communications, performance management, succession planning, and policies and procedures. Ensures that the Human Resources function is viewed as a full business partner tied to business initiatives and directives within the organization. Your Responsibilities: Strong understanding of HR Laws and compliance requirements Develops strong relationships and partners with managers, business leaders and HR Tracks and reports KPIs designed to measure and predict HR outcomes Serves as a strategic business partner to the site leadership team to translate business goals and objectives into well aligned HR initiatives Leads and/or manages courageously during organizational change; takes appropriate risks, energizes, and encourages others to do so to achieve company goals and priorities Utilizes Lean Enterprise principles within HR function by evaluating the efficiency, effectiveness and value add of various HR tools and programs Provides direction and counsel to manufacturing site leaders regarding policies & procedures to include day-to-day issues, professional development, employee morale, discipline, and performance management Engages and influences leaders in strategic discussions, challenges current thinking, influences outcomes and leads change in behaviors Proactively supports the communication and implementation of key business initiatives Actively participates and partners with organizations and events within the community to exercise and promote good corporate citizenship Leads the local Human Resources team Implementation of Human Resources policies, procedures, and programs Other duties as assigned Let's Talk About Your Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree (Preferred Major: Business, Human Resources, or other related field) A clear and contemporary understanding of all HR functions: recruitment, compensation and benefits, leadership and management development, organizational effectiveness, and employee relations Must be highly proficient in the Microsoft Office suite of products, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Demonstrated experience utilizing database management tools Knowledge of State and Federal regulations Demonstrated learning agility - should demonstrate the ability to proactively identify and implement innovative recruitment/process solutions Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated clear understanding of the recruitment life cycle processes Demonstrated proficiency in strategy development, policy, plan and/or program design and implementation skills that attract, retain, and motivate employees, appropriately manage risk and maximize the profitability of the business Analytical skills At least 6 years of general HR experience and 3+ years as a site-wide functional HR leader Minimum of 3 years of supervisory/management experience of a large staff, including associate coaching, mentoring, and developing Manufacturing experience Proven track record of successfully implementing large scale/systemic change efforts across an organization Leadership Attributes: At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about: Embrace Diversity and Inclusion -- Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness Seek to Listen -- Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions Always Learn -- Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo Be Authentic -- Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do Win Together -- Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash Join us in turning ideas into world-changing realities. Curate and build your high-impact professional career at Wabash! Affirmative Action/EEO Statement: Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates.