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Director of Human Resources
Independence ,
Ohio$115,000-130,000/Year Direct Hire
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Human Resources Manager
Independence, OH
$115,000-$130,000
The Human Resources Manager will serve as the strategic human resources leader for a manufacturing facility, overseeing HR operations in a manufacturing plant environment while driving company-wide people initiatives. This role balances hands-on leadership with strategic execution, supporting a diverse hourly and salaried workforce while ensuring compliance, employee engagement, and talent development across the organization.
The HR Manager will directly lead a team of human resources professionals responsible for daily employee relations, onboarding, and administrative activities. The role will maintain ownership of higher-level HR initiatives, workforce planning, and talent strategy.
Job Responsibilities:
Hunter International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
Independence, OH
$115,000-$130,000
The Human Resources Manager will serve as the strategic human resources leader for a manufacturing facility, overseeing HR operations in a manufacturing plant environment while driving company-wide people initiatives. This role balances hands-on leadership with strategic execution, supporting a diverse hourly and salaried workforce while ensuring compliance, employee engagement, and talent development across the organization.
The HR Manager will directly lead a team of human resources professionals responsible for daily employee relations, onboarding, and administrative activities. The role will maintain ownership of higher-level HR initiatives, workforce planning, and talent strategy.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead, develop, and coach two HR professionals in a multi-site operation, providing guidance and performance oversight.
- Serve as the primary HR partner to plant leadership, advising on workforce planning, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.
- Support a diverse workforce of hourly manufacturing employees and salaried professionals.
- Lead recruiting efforts for salaried positions, including professional, technical, and leadership roles.
- Partner with hiring managers to identify talent needs, define job requirements, and improve hiring processes.
- Drive employer branding and recruitment strategies aligned with business growth.
- Lead the rollout and ongoing management of new HR initiatives, including company wellness and bonus/incentive programs.
- Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend enhancements to improve employee engagement and retention.
- Oversee employee benefits administration and serve as a key resource during open enrollment.
- Partner with external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure benefits offerings remain competitive and compliant.
- Support compensation programs and ensure alignment with company policies and market practices.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of labor laws, employee relations best practices, and HR compliance standards.
- Oversee workers’ compensation processes, including claims management, return-to-work programs, and regulatory reporting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Over 5 years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience supporting both hourly and salaried employee populations.
- Strong knowledge of employment law, regulatory compliance, and workers’ compensation.
- Experience leading or influencing recruiting strategies for salaried roles.
- Ability to manage multiple initiatives while supporting day-to-day HR operations through direct reports.
Hunter International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity and affirmative action regulations.
