Pactiv Evergreen Inc. is hiring: Human Resources Manager in Hazle Village

Overview

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Responsibilities

The Human Resource Manager is the strategic “people” partner in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing facility. Responsibilities include all HR functional areas within the facility, including Talent Acquisition, Employee/Labor Relations, Training & Development, Compensation, Payroll, Benefits, Communications, Change Management, Workforce Planning and Employee Engagement. The HR Manager reports directly to the Human Resources Director.

• Lead Talent Acquisition at the plant level, including the plant hiring process for hourly and salaried positions, onboarding and orientation of new hires, and executing talent acquisition strategies for the plant's short- and long-term success.
• Lead Talent Management at the plant level through development and implementation of leadership assimilation, coaching and mentoring for new plant leadership talent, execution of learning and development programs, plant succession planning, and day-to-day performance guidance to line management.
• Provide coaching and feedback to direct reports to support growth and career advancement within Novolex.
• Build a high-performing, values-led culture by developing programs that improve employee engagement and by applying change management expertise to foster a diverse and inclusive plant environment.
• Administer HR programs, processes and solutions at the plant level, including:
• Ensure full compliance with laws, regulations and company policies;
• Analyze HR data trends to identify opportunities to improve manufacturing productivity, product quality, safety and/or retention;
• Collaborate with plant management to develop and implement people programs that support productivity, quality, safety and retention;
• Serve as the main contact between HR and local union representatives, maintain positive relationships with union leadership and keep records related to union matters;
• Partner with Centers of Excellence to facilitate information exchange and problem solving;
• Complete investigations in a timely fashion;
• Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

Education: BS/BA degree with a concentration in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology or Communications is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years in a Human Resources role within a manufacturing or industrial environment; prior Labor Relations experience preferred.

Travel: Occasional; less than 25% of the time.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to diagnose HR data trends and link them to plant performance;
• Prior Labor Relations experience;
• Strong change management and project management skills;
• Experience driving culture and engagement initiatives;
• Talent management experience including identifying gaps and developing countermeasures;
• HR process best practices and continuous improvement experience;
• Effective communication and relationship-building across all plant levels;
• Proven cross-functional collaboration with coaching and performance management;
• High-energy, multi-tasking, results-oriented leadership with strong business acumen;
• Strategic mindset with willingness to engage in tactical HR activities as needed;
• Leadership agility to pivot between compliance, advocacy, counseling, influencing and directing;
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous and fast-paced environments.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Packaging and Containers Manufacturing