Plant Human Resources Manager

Job Description

Plant HR Manager — Millersburg, OR

$96,000 to $137,180 plus bonus

We’re looking for a people-first HR leader with a strong operations mindset to step into a critical Plant Human Resources Manager role at our client’s Millersburg manufacturing facility slated to open in 2026 . This is a high-impact opportunity for a dynamic individual who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on HR execution in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

If you're passionate about creating a safe, compliant, and engaging work environment — and you enjoy solving people puzzles while wearing steel-toed shoes — we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As the Plant HR Manager, you'll serve as the on-site HR lead, supporting both leadership and employees (roughly 100 to 120) in a production environment. Key responsibilities include :

• Ensuring a safe and secure workplace by leading safety initiatives and compliance programs.
• Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and labor management (including union interaction if applicable).
• Championing training, development, and succession planning for plant personnel.
• Leading performance management , disciplinary processes, and employee engagement efforts.
• Administering compensation, benefits, and policy interpretation in alignment with corporate standards.
• Driving compliance with state and federal employment laws , including ADA, EEOC, and OSHA.
• Supporting or leading collective bargaining , grievance resolution, and positive union relations (if applicable).
• Being a trusted advisor and cultural ambassador for the plant — with a seat at the table and boots on the ground.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is an approachable, solutions-oriented HR professional with a firm grasp on compliance, labor relations, and business partnership in a manufacturing setting.

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