Owens Corning
Sr Manufacturing HR Lead
Location(s):
Minneapolis, MN, US, 55430
Function:
Human Resources
Audience:
Experienced Professional
Work Arrangement:
On Site
Requisition ID:
66412
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Sr. Human Resources Lead for the Minneapolis, MN facility serves as a strategic partner to the Plant Leader, driving an inclusive culture, organizational effectiveness, and talent development. As a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, this role leads HR strategy and execution to support business growth, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The HR Lead provides expert guidance on all human capital matters, ensuring alignment with best practices and business objectives.
Reports to : Regional HR Leader - West with a dotted line to the Minneapolis Plant Leader
Span of Control : 2 direct reports: Sr HR Associate and Talent & Development Coordinator
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Developing and Executing HR Strategies
The Sr. HR Lead develops and implements talent strategies that elevate organizational capability and drive business results. This role partners with plant leadership to build accountable roles, foster a performance-driven culture, and ensure the right talent is in the right roles. Key responsibilities include:
Collaboration with plant leadership to shape roles with clear accountability and growth opportunities
Driving pay-for-performance through effective use of company's talent systems and practices
Building collaborative, engaged teams aligned to shared goals
Supports safety and engagement initiatives ensuring that leaders and employees embody Owens Corning's "Safer Together" brand
Leads employee relations to ensure high plant and employee performance while ensuring consistent execution of company policy and practices
Diagnosing performance gaps and implementing innovative solutions to fill those gaps
Contributing to broader business strategy beyond HR
Leading, Engaging, and Developing Talent
The Sr. HR Lead builds a high-performing, inclusive culture by coaching leaders, accelerating talent development, and driving effective recruitment and onboarding. This role ensures the organization has the right people in the right roles to meet current and future needs, leveraging internal and external resources to maximize capability.
Key responsibilities include:
Driving recruitment strategies that enhance employer brand and candidate experience
Creating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to thrive
Leading training, onboarding, and development programs, including partnerships with local institutions
Investing in the growth and development of the HR team
Overseeing new hire training and ensuring new hires have a positive on-boarding experience
Coaching leaders on OC Leadership Capabilities and performance management
Facilitating employee engagement and recognition initiatives
Acting as a trusted advisor on organizational and talent matters
Partners with the plantleadership team toimprove plant organizational results by measuring and assessing performance, diagnosing problems and implementing solutions.
Supporting communication strategies that align and inspire teams
Promoting cross-functional collaboration to elevate plant performance
Fostering a Positive Employee Relations Environment
The Sr. HR Lead cultivates a diverse, collaborative, and high-performing workplace where employees are empowered to drive business success. This role ensures compliance, strengthens community ties, and positions Owens Corning as an employer of choice.
Key responsibilities include:
Creating an inclusive, engaged culture with clear ownership and accountability
Ensuring talent is selected, trained, and equipped to meet performance expectations and business needs
Monitoring labor activity and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations
Establishing Owens Corning as an employer of choice in the Minneapolis market
Building strong relationships with community and political stakeholders
Representing Owens Corning in local affairs and community events
Leveraging employee engagement as a platform for internal and external communications
HR Functional Leadership
The Sr. HR Lead provides strategic HR insight to shape organizational design, talent investment, and workforce planning. As a trusted business partner, this role models fair treatment, supports leadership development, and drives future-ready capability building.
Key responsibilities include:
Advising on organizational structure, work design, and talent needs
Coaching leaders on employee development and growth planning
Modeling and promoting fair, inclusive leadership practices
Using capability modeling to guide skill development and workforce planning
Actively contributing to business team strategy and execution
Overseetraining & development within the facility utilizing TPM methodologiesin partnership with the Training and Development team
Administrative HR Leadership
The Sr. HR Lead ensures effective execution of core HR systems and programs, supporting compensation, benefits, wellness, and workforce analytics to enable informed decision-making and employee engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
Championing plant-level Compensation & Benefits programs
Leading wellness strategy to foster employee well-being and engagement
Overseeing the administration of HRIS platforms (e.g., SuccessFactors, Talent Center, Kronos) for recruiting, payroll, Variable Incentive Pay, learning, reporting, and resolving employee inquiries
Leveraging HR analytics to support strategic business decisions
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
5-7 years of progressive HR experience
Ability to travel 5%
Preferred Experience
Demonstrated success in driving employee engagement and implementing impactful HR strategies
Proven ability to partner with business leaders to deliver strong operational results
Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Change Leadership : Proven ability to lead through growth, transformation, and innovation. Builds high-performance cultures that balance results with care for individuals.
Business Acumen : Understands key business metrics and financial drivers to align HR strategies with operational goals.
HR Expertise : Deep knowledge of HR best practices across performance management, compensation, talent acquisition, development, and succession planning.
Employee Relations : Skilled in coaching leaders and employees through complex issues, conducting investigations, and fostering a high-performing, compliant workplace.
Communication & Coaching : Strong written and verbal communication skills; effective at coaching for performance and development.
Strategic Thinking : Uses data and insights to guide decisions, anticipate future needs, and shape workforce capabilities.
Leadership & Influence : Inspires and energizes others, develops talent, drives results, and fosters collaboration across teams.
Execution & Accountability : Follows through on commitments, drives initiatives to completion, and models integrity.
Learning & Development : Actively engages in personal and team growth; promotes continuous learning.
Travel : Willingness to travel as needed, with increased travel during start-up phases to build process knowledge and team connections.
The Sr. HR lead is expected to perform all other tasks as assigned
The base salary range for this position is $105,000-$140,000, with the potential foradditional if the applicant hired has additional related qualifications. We also offer a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k (company contribution regardless of employee participation - plus match), liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program - and more.
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#LI-onsite About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.
Nearest Major Market:
Minneapolis
Location(s):
Minneapolis, MN, US, 55430
Function:
Human Resources
Audience:
Experienced Professional
Work Arrangement:
On Site
Requisition ID:
66412
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Sr. Human Resources Lead for the Minneapolis, MN facility serves as a strategic partner to the Plant Leader, driving an inclusive culture, organizational effectiveness, and talent development. As a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, this role leads HR strategy and execution to support business growth, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The HR Lead provides expert guidance on all human capital matters, ensuring alignment with best practices and business objectives.
Reports to : Regional HR Leader - West with a dotted line to the Minneapolis Plant Leader
Span of Control : 2 direct reports: Sr HR Associate and Talent & Development Coordinator
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Developing and Executing HR Strategies
The Sr. HR Lead develops and implements talent strategies that elevate organizational capability and drive business results. This role partners with plant leadership to build accountable roles, foster a performance-driven culture, and ensure the right talent is in the right roles. Key responsibilities include:
Collaboration with plant leadership to shape roles with clear accountability and growth opportunities
Driving pay-for-performance through effective use of company's talent systems and practices
Building collaborative, engaged teams aligned to shared goals
Supports safety and engagement initiatives ensuring that leaders and employees embody Owens Corning's "Safer Together" brand
Leads employee relations to ensure high plant and employee performance while ensuring consistent execution of company policy and practices
Diagnosing performance gaps and implementing innovative solutions to fill those gaps
Contributing to broader business strategy beyond HR
Leading, Engaging, and Developing Talent
The Sr. HR Lead builds a high-performing, inclusive culture by coaching leaders, accelerating talent development, and driving effective recruitment and onboarding. This role ensures the organization has the right people in the right roles to meet current and future needs, leveraging internal and external resources to maximize capability.
Key responsibilities include:
Driving recruitment strategies that enhance employer brand and candidate experience
Creating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to thrive
Leading training, onboarding, and development programs, including partnerships with local institutions
Investing in the growth and development of the HR team
Overseeing new hire training and ensuring new hires have a positive on-boarding experience
Coaching leaders on OC Leadership Capabilities and performance management
Facilitating employee engagement and recognition initiatives
Acting as a trusted advisor on organizational and talent matters
Partners with the plantleadership team toimprove plant organizational results by measuring and assessing performance, diagnosing problems and implementing solutions.
Supporting communication strategies that align and inspire teams
Promoting cross-functional collaboration to elevate plant performance
Fostering a Positive Employee Relations Environment
The Sr. HR Lead cultivates a diverse, collaborative, and high-performing workplace where employees are empowered to drive business success. This role ensures compliance, strengthens community ties, and positions Owens Corning as an employer of choice.
Key responsibilities include:
Creating an inclusive, engaged culture with clear ownership and accountability
Ensuring talent is selected, trained, and equipped to meet performance expectations and business needs
Monitoring labor activity and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations
Establishing Owens Corning as an employer of choice in the Minneapolis market
Building strong relationships with community and political stakeholders
Representing Owens Corning in local affairs and community events
Leveraging employee engagement as a platform for internal and external communications
HR Functional Leadership
The Sr. HR Lead provides strategic HR insight to shape organizational design, talent investment, and workforce planning. As a trusted business partner, this role models fair treatment, supports leadership development, and drives future-ready capability building.
Key responsibilities include:
Advising on organizational structure, work design, and talent needs
Coaching leaders on employee development and growth planning
Modeling and promoting fair, inclusive leadership practices
Using capability modeling to guide skill development and workforce planning
Actively contributing to business team strategy and execution
Overseetraining & development within the facility utilizing TPM methodologiesin partnership with the Training and Development team
Administrative HR Leadership
The Sr. HR Lead ensures effective execution of core HR systems and programs, supporting compensation, benefits, wellness, and workforce analytics to enable informed decision-making and employee engagement.
Key responsibilities include:
Championing plant-level Compensation & Benefits programs
Leading wellness strategy to foster employee well-being and engagement
Overseeing the administration of HRIS platforms (e.g., SuccessFactors, Talent Center, Kronos) for recruiting, payroll, Variable Incentive Pay, learning, reporting, and resolving employee inquiries
Leveraging HR analytics to support strategic business decisions
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
5-7 years of progressive HR experience
Ability to travel 5%
Preferred Experience
Demonstrated success in driving employee engagement and implementing impactful HR strategies
Proven ability to partner with business leaders to deliver strong operational results
Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Change Leadership : Proven ability to lead through growth, transformation, and innovation. Builds high-performance cultures that balance results with care for individuals.
Business Acumen : Understands key business metrics and financial drivers to align HR strategies with operational goals.
HR Expertise : Deep knowledge of HR best practices across performance management, compensation, talent acquisition, development, and succession planning.
Employee Relations : Skilled in coaching leaders and employees through complex issues, conducting investigations, and fostering a high-performing, compliant workplace.
Communication & Coaching : Strong written and verbal communication skills; effective at coaching for performance and development.
Strategic Thinking : Uses data and insights to guide decisions, anticipate future needs, and shape workforce capabilities.
Leadership & Influence : Inspires and energizes others, develops talent, drives results, and fosters collaboration across teams.
Execution & Accountability : Follows through on commitments, drives initiatives to completion, and models integrity.
Learning & Development : Actively engages in personal and team growth; promotes continuous learning.
Travel : Willingness to travel as needed, with increased travel during start-up phases to build process knowledge and team connections.
The Sr. HR lead is expected to perform all other tasks as assigned
The base salary range for this position is $105,000-$140,000, with the potential foradditional if the applicant hired has additional related qualifications. We also offer a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k (company contribution regardless of employee participation - plus match), liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program - and more.
#LI-SN1
#LI-onsite About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.
Nearest Major Market:
Minneapolis