HR Manager
On-site · Martinsville, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
HR Manager manages day-to-day HR operations and administers site and corporate HR policies, advises and partners with leaders and team members on employee relations, performance management, succession planning and talent reviews; leads local engagement and community initiatives to strengthen culture and retention; drives recruitment, development and workforce planning activities to deliver a safe, high-performance workplace focused on quality, productivity and continuous improvement. Requires strong consultation and coaching, diagnostic and analytical problem-solving, customer service and advocacy, clear written and verbal communication, and collaborative cross-functional partnership; flexible availability to provide evening support as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Advisory & influence: Proven ability to consult, coach, and influence managers and site leaders; track record as a trusted HR business partner
- Data & systems literacy: Strong ability to analyze HR metrics and translate insights into practical recommendations; proficient with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Problem-solving & systems thinking: Demonstrated systems-thinking and critical-thinking skills with experience developing scalable HR solutions that align with business needs
- Communication & collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
- Performance management for assigned client groups: Lead succession planning and talent review activities for assigned client groups—identifying critical roles, developing talent pools and individual development plans—partnering with business leaders to assess bench strength and recommend targeted development, stretch assignments or external hires, and owning end-to-end performance management by advising managers on goalsetting, calibration, performance conversations, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and promotion/merit recommendations
- Employee engagement & programs: Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, or running local HR programs or initiatives (e.g., internship programs, employee recognition events, community/blood drives, volunteering programs) and using those programs to drive engagement and retention
- Culture: The Human Resources Manager champions a positive, inclusive workplace culture—designing and leading engagement programs, recognition, and development initiatives that strengthen employee morale, drive retention, and align behaviors to safety and performance goals
- Employee relations: Demonstrated experience conducting investigations, advising managers on corrective action and performance management, and resolving complex employee relations matters
- Compliance knowledge: Working knowledge of employment law and regulatory requirements (e.g., EEOC, FLSA, ADA)
- Availability: Provide evening and weekend support, as needed
- Projects: Demonstrated ability to lead HR process improvement projects or small cross-functional change initiatives
- Education & Experience: BS or BA required; Minimum 5 years of total generalist experience, including at least 2 years of hands-on manufacturing site HR experience; Advanced degree in HR or related field and/or HR certification (PHR/SHRM-CP or equivalent)
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