T. Burks & Associates is hiring: Human Resources Manager in Wilmington

Human Resources Manager

Are you an experienced HR professional passionate about people and adept at navigating complex environments? If so, we're seeking a
hands-on Human Resources Manager
to join our clients dynamic industrial manufacturing operation.

What You'll Do:

As an individual contributor and strategic partner to site leadership, you'll focus on building a positive and productive environment. Your key responsibilities include:

• Visible Leadership:Regularly build rapport and understand associates' needs.
• Labor Relations Expertise:Lead site efforts in managing union relationships, including contract negotiations, grievance handling, and interpreting collective bargaining agreements.
• Talent Management:Oversee all site recruiting, hiring, and onboarding, ensuring a robust talent pipeline. Drive initiatives in employee relations, talent development, succession planning, and performance management for all employees.
• Strategic HR Partner:Provide expert counsel and coaching to leaders on change management, leadership, and HR processes.
• Compliance & Safety:Ensure adherence to all employment/labor laws and act as the primary lead for Workers' Compensation claims, collaborating with EH&S.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of HR experience, in a unionized industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong labor relations background, including collective bargaining agreement administration and negotiation.
• Comfort working in an industrial/underground mine environment.
• Broad knowledge of HR practices: talent acquisition, compensation, performance management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills