Human Resources Manager

We are seeking an experienced **HR Manager** to join a manufacturing organization in the St. Louis area. The role will partner closely with the Plant Manager and local leadership team, providing hands\-on HR support across employee relations, recruitment, performance management, compensation, compliance, and HR administration. The ideal candidate is a **hands\-on HR professional with proven experience in a manufacturing environment** , strong knowledge of U.S. employment practices, and excellent communication skills. Key Responsibilities: * Partner with plant leadership on **workforce planning, staffing, and organizational needs** . * Lead and support **recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee development** . * Provide guidance on **employee relations, performance management, disciplinary actions, investigations, and workplace policies** . * Ensure compliance with **U.S. employment legislation and company policies** . * Oversee **HR administration, employee records, and payroll processes** . * Support **compensation reviews, salary benchmarking, and local labor market analysis** . * Monitor changes in employment legislation and recommend appropriate HR actions. * Act as a trusted HR partner to employees, managers, and plant leadership. Required Qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree in **Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field** . * **5\+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial company – mandatory.** * **Professional working proficiency in both English and Spanish.** * Strong knowledge of **U.S. employment law, HR compliance, and employee relations** . * Experience with **recruitment, performance management, compensation, payroll, and HR administration** . * Experience supporting **hourly/production employees and plant operations** . * Experience with **HRIS and other HR systems** . * Strong interpersonal, communication, problem\-solving, and decision\-making skills. * Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with plant and corporate leadership. We are an **Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer** committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and maintaining an inclusive, respectful, and harassment\-free workplace.