HR Manager
Enhance Recruiting
- Pryor, OK, United States
SUMMARY
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Human Resources Manager in Pryor, Oklahoma to support labor relations, employee engagement, talent management, compliance, and HR operations. Just imagine a place where you can contribute to the development of a committed, high-performing workforce that is aligned with business strategy, values, and culture…and where you are encouraged to do your very best. If you have the experience and enjoy working in this type of environment, we want to hear from you!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as the primary liaison between management and union representatives.
- Administer and interpret the collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
- Lead grievance investigations, disciplinary actions, and arbitration processes.
- Support contract negotiations and labor strategy development.
- Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
- Provide coaching and support to supervisors and employees.
- Conduct investigations and resolve employee concerns in a timely, fair manner.
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried roles.
- Partner with operations to ensure staffing levels meet 24/7 production demands.
- Support performance management, succession planning, and employee development.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA).
- Maintain accurate HR records and reporting.
- Lead safety and wellness initiatives in collaboration with EHS teams.
- Manage payroll, benefits, and HRIS processes in coordination with corporate HR.
- Monitor key HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, etc.) and recommend improvements.
- Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- Equivalent work experience in HR will be considered in lieu of a degree.
- 3+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting in an HR Generalist, HRBP or HR Manager role.
- Strong union labor relations experience (contract interpretation, grievance administration, etc.)
- SHRM-CP or PHR Certification
- Experience in paper and pulp ideally, or similar heavy manufacturing industries a must.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Proven ability to build trust and credibility with both hourly and salaried employees.
- Hands-on, approachable leadership style with a strong sense of urgency.
- Union experience is highly desirable.
Posted On: Friday, August 1, 2025