Human Resources Manager
About The Position
The Human Resources Manager will be based onsite in Dayton, Ohio and serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to senior business leaders. This role aligns HR strategy with business objectives to strengthen organizational performance, employee engagement, and leadership effectiveness across both professional and manufacturing environments. This position offers strong visibility and influence today, with opportunity for expanded scope over time, including supporting larger or more complex business segments and potential growth in leadership responsibility as the organization continues to evolve. The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands‑on: someone who can translate business needs into actionable HR solutions, build credibility with leaders, and develop a high‑performing HR team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including 2+ years managing direct reports (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Strong knowledge of HR practices and employment law
- Proven experience in strategic planning, organizational development, and change management
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop others
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to adapt style to different audiences and business needs
- Analytical mindset with experience using HR metrics and data to guide decisions
- Ability to influence and partner effectively with senior leaders
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency with HRIS systems, Microsoft Office, and HR analytics tools
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting manufacturing or production environments
- HR certification (SHRM or HRCI)
- Experience using Workday (HRIS/ATS)
- Bilingual capability
Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic HR advisor to senior leaders and employees, ensuring HR strategies align with business goals and drive meaningful results
- Coach leaders through complex people decisions, organizational change, and workforce challenges
- Lead talent strategies including attraction, development, engagement, and retention
- Guide leaders on effective performance management, continuous feedback, and employee development practices
- Manage, mentor, and develop HR Business Partner direct reports, fostering growth, capability-building, and future leadership readiness
- Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations and disciplinary actions, in alignment with company values
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, as well as customer contractual requirements (e.g., Affirmative Action Plans, HIPAA)
- Partner with leaders to analyze workforce trends, staffing models, and succession plans
- Support organizational design and change initiatives that improve efficiency and align structure with strategy
- Drive employee engagement initiatives
- Partner with leadership to support an inclusive, positive workplace culture
- Use HR data and analytics to identify trends, inform decisions, and share insights with leadership
- Collaborate daily with HR Centers of Excellence (Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition)
- Lead or support HR projects that drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
Benefits
- Choice of several health plans
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness programs
- Life and disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Health savings accounts
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 64 hours of annual holiday pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
