Senior HR Manager #ESF2219

Job Description

Top reasons to work for our client :

• Great team environment!
• Manager is well respected by team!
• Inclusive Workplace
• Awesome career development opportunities!
• Competitive Rates

Job Type : Full Time

Location : Pryor, Oklahoma

Pay : Great Pay + Benefits!

Job Description

A rapidly growing manufacturer in the paper packaging industry is seeking a Senior HR Manager to lead people strategies and drive a high-performance culture in a 24 / 7 unionized production environment. The ideal candidate brings deep labor relations experience, proven leadership in manufacturing settings, and a hands-on, approachable style that supports both strategic HR initiatives and day-to-day operations.

What you will be doing :

Serve as the key liaison between leadership and union representatives, leading grievance investigations, arbitration processes, and contract initiatives

Champion employee relations, culture, and engagement efforts, ensuring fair and timely resolution of concerns

Coach and support supervisors and plant leadership on employee development, performance management, and talent planning

Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried roles to meet 24 / 7 production needs

Lead and develop a team of three HR professionals while advancing talent, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives

Ensure compliance with employment regulations and maintain accurate HR reporting and analytics

Drive safety and wellness programs in collaboration with EHS

Track key HR metrics and recommend improvement strategies to support operational excellence

Provide proactive communication and support change management efforts across the facility

Experience you will need :

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

5+ years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing or industrial environments (HR Generalist / HRBP / HR Manager)

Strong union labor relations experience, including grievance administration and contract interpretation

Experience in paper / pulp or other heavy manufacturing environments preferred

Broad knowledge of HR functions including compensation, benefits, compliance, and talent development

Proven leadership ability with experience managing HR teams

Excellent communication, relationship-building, and conflict-resolution skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a strong sense of urgency with a hands-on, people-first leadership style

Our client asked me to submit 3 great people within the next few days. We work directly with the hiring manager and can arrange interviews within a few days

Frank Frohlich

#INDEH123