We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Human Resources Manager to manage the HR Department for two non-union facilities which include one 24/7 medium-sized location (home base) and another small location 2 hours away (visited 1 time per quarter). The HR Manager will partner closely with site leadership to drive key HR initiatives, ensure compliance, and support a positive, high-performance workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all HR functions with three direct reports across two manufacturing sites, including employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and compliance.
Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership on HR strategies, workforce planning, and organizational development
Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations
Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive workplace culture
Oversee performance management processes, coaching managers on best practices
Support training and development programs to enhance workforce capabilities
Handle employee relations matters, conducting investigations and resolving issues effectively
Maintain HR policies, procedures, and reporting systems
Partner with leadership on compensation, benefits, and retention strategies
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) required, with a preference for HR, Business or related degree
PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-SCP certification strongly preferred
5+ years of experience at an HR Manager level, with a strong preference for experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to travel as needed - approximately 6 times per year with rare overnight stays.
Compensation Package/Benefits:
$145,000 – $155,000
Relocation package offered
Strong career growth potential
Insurance coverage effective immediately after hire
PTO/Retirement Plan/Paid Holidays
Numbers & Facts
Location
Lewiston, Maine
Skills
Acquisitions Managementunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Employee Relationsunmatched
Employment Lawunmatched
Human Resources Managementunmatched
Human Resources Processesunmatched
Human Resources Strategyunmatched
Insuranceunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Organizational Development/Managementunmatched
PHR (Professional in Human Resources)unmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Performance Managementunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Managementunmatched
Retention Programsunmatched
SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources)unmatched
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)unmatched
Training Programunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Workforce Planningunmatched
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