Human Resources (HR) Manager

Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead plant-level HR operations for a growing manufacturing facility in Troy, Alabama. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys partnering with operational leadership, building strong employee relationships, and driving organizational improvements.

The facility is undergoing significant expansion, including additional production capabilities and workforce growth. The incoming HR Manager will play an important role in workforce planning, employee relations, organizational change, and strengthening the plant's overall HR function.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at the plant level while benefiting from the resources, established processes, and support of a larger corporate HR organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR leader and strategic business partner to plant management.
• Lead day-to-day HR operations for a manufacturing facility employing approximately 140 people, with significant workforce growth planned.
• Partner with plant leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, employee engagement, and operational initiatives.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations, performance management, and corrective actions.
• Lead change management initiatives and support the implementation of corporate HR policies and procedures.
• Oversee and develop onsite HR staff while providing hands-on support when needed.
• Support hourly recruiting, onboarding, payroll administration, and other plant-level HR functions.
• Establish strong relationships with plant leadership, supervisors, and employees across multiple production shifts.
• Maintain an active presence on the production floor to understand operational challenges and support employee needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, employee engagement, communication, and overall organizational effectiveness.
• Collaborate with corporate HR leadership and other plant HR teams to implement best practices.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive Compensation: Approximately $135K base salary plus an annual performance bonus of at least 10%.
• High-Impact Leadership Role: Partner directly with plant leadership and influence HR strategy, culture, and employee engagement.
• Significant Growth: Support an expanding manufacturing operation with additional production lines and approximately 50 new positions anticipated.
• Corporate Support: Access to established HR systems, resources, and a collaborative network of HR leaders.
• Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates interested in relocating to the Troy, Alabama area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys being actively involved in plant operations and wants to contribute to an organization undergoing meaningful growth and change. For immediate consideration, apply now or connect with Bryan Rushing at Robert Half on LinkedIn.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Progressive HR generalist, HR business partner, or HR management experience.
• Strong background in employee relations, investigations, performance management, and HR policy administration.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior operational leadership and influence business decisions.
• Experience supporting organizational change, process improvements, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both salaried leadership and hourly employees.
• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable balancing strategic HR initiatives with hands-on operational responsibilities.
• Willingness to work onsite and maintain flexibility to support a multi-shift operation.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, or another operationally intensive environment.
• Experience supporting hourly workforces and multiple production shifts.
• Previous involvement in plant expansions, workforce planning, acquisitions, or organizational integrations.
• Experience supervising or developing HR professionals.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Familiarity with Kronos, iCIMS, or similar HRIS and workforce management systems.