Crucial Hire
HR Manager
Global Manufacturing & Technology Environment | On‑Site Leadership
Beloit, WI / Greater Green Bay Region
$125K–$150K base + up to 15% bonus
On‑site, hands‑on role in a complex operating environment
This is not a corporate HR role. And it’s not for someone who stays behind the desk.
Our client is a
global, engineering‑driven organization
operating in a highly technical manufacturing and R&D environment. The business runs on
operational discipline, safety, and continuous improvement —and HR is expected to operate at the same standard.
They are hiring an
HR Manager
to serve as the primary people leader for a U.S. manufacturing site, partnering closely with plant leadership, union representatives, and regional HR peers.
This role sits
on the front lines
of the business.
The Role (What You’ll Actually Do) You’ll act as the
senior HR presence on site , supporting leaders who run complex operations with real safety, quality, and delivery pressures.
Employee Relations & Labor
Serve as the go‑to HR leader for
union and non‑union employee relations
Partner with plant leadership on investigations, discipline, grievances, and performance issues
Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements and labor policies with confidence
Maintain compliance with U.S. (and Canadian, where applicable) labor and employment regulations
Business Partnership & Change
Partner with Plant Manager and Director/VP‑level leaders on workforce planning, organizational change, and leadership decisions
Support operational transformation, Lean initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
Coach leaders through difficult people decisions with clarity and consistency
HR Operations & Compliance
Own site‑level HR compliance, policies, and processes
Ensure alignment with global HR frameworks while adapting to local realities
Support audits, reporting, and regulatory requirements without drama or delay
Talent & Development
Support hiring, onboarding, and internal mobility for manufacturing and technical roles
Partner with leaders on succession planning and development for frontline and salaried leaders
Reinforce a culture of safety, accountability, and engagement
Who This Role Is For You’re likely a fit if you:
Have
7+ years of progressive HR experience
in a global organization
Bring
strong employee relations and union experience
Understand manufacturing, plant, or technically complex operating environments
Are fluent in U.S. labor law and HR compliance (Canada exposure a plus)
Can partner credibly with Plant Managers and senior leaders
Are comfortable being visible, direct, and decisive on‑site
Thrive in environments where
operations come first and HR must keep up
This is
not
a role for someone who prefers remote work, light ER exposure, or purely corporate HR.
Why This Role Is Worth a Look
Real influence at the site leadership table
A global organization with strong investment in people, safety, and development
Exposure to complex labor, operations, and change work
Competitive compensation with bonus opportunity
A role where HR credibility is earned — and respected
Final Note This is
career‑building HR role
for someone who wants to be close to the business, close to leadership, and trusted when things get difficult.
If this sounds like your kind of environment — or you know someone who fits this exactly — message me directly.
Click here to apply online
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Beloit, WI / Greater Green Bay Region
$125K–$150K base + up to 15% bonus
On‑site, hands‑on role in a complex operating environment
This is not a corporate HR role. And it’s not for someone who stays behind the desk.
Our client is a
global, engineering‑driven organization
operating in a highly technical manufacturing and R&D environment. The business runs on
operational discipline, safety, and continuous improvement —and HR is expected to operate at the same standard.
They are hiring an
HR Manager
to serve as the primary people leader for a U.S. manufacturing site, partnering closely with plant leadership, union representatives, and regional HR peers.
This role sits
on the front lines
of the business.
The Role (What You’ll Actually Do) You’ll act as the
senior HR presence on site , supporting leaders who run complex operations with real safety, quality, and delivery pressures.
Employee Relations & Labor
Serve as the go‑to HR leader for
union and non‑union employee relations
Partner with plant leadership on investigations, discipline, grievances, and performance issues
Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements and labor policies with confidence
Maintain compliance with U.S. (and Canadian, where applicable) labor and employment regulations
Business Partnership & Change
Partner with Plant Manager and Director/VP‑level leaders on workforce planning, organizational change, and leadership decisions
Support operational transformation, Lean initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
Coach leaders through difficult people decisions with clarity and consistency
HR Operations & Compliance
Own site‑level HR compliance, policies, and processes
Ensure alignment with global HR frameworks while adapting to local realities
Support audits, reporting, and regulatory requirements without drama or delay
Talent & Development
Support hiring, onboarding, and internal mobility for manufacturing and technical roles
Partner with leaders on succession planning and development for frontline and salaried leaders
Reinforce a culture of safety, accountability, and engagement
Who This Role Is For You’re likely a fit if you:
Have
7+ years of progressive HR experience
in a global organization
Bring
strong employee relations and union experience
Understand manufacturing, plant, or technically complex operating environments
Are fluent in U.S. labor law and HR compliance (Canada exposure a plus)
Can partner credibly with Plant Managers and senior leaders
Are comfortable being visible, direct, and decisive on‑site
Thrive in environments where
operations come first and HR must keep up
This is
not
a role for someone who prefers remote work, light ER exposure, or purely corporate HR.
Why This Role Is Worth a Look
Real influence at the site leadership table
A global organization with strong investment in people, safety, and development
Exposure to complex labor, operations, and change work
Competitive compensation with bonus opportunity
A role where HR credibility is earned — and respected
Final Note This is
career‑building HR role
for someone who wants to be close to the business, close to leadership, and trusted when things get difficult.
If this sounds like your kind of environment — or you know someone who fits this exactly — message me directly.
Click here to apply online
#J-18808-Ljbffr