Job Description

Level: Experienced
Job Location: Hollister Whitney (O) - Quincy, IL 62305
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: 4 Year Degree
Job Shift: Normal Business Hours
Job Category: SalariedHR Manager
Regular, Full-Time Position
Quincy, Illinois
If you are a forward-thinking professional interested in fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity! We are seeking an HR Manager to join our Hollister-Whitney team at Vantage Elevation.
About Us
Vantage Elevation LLC is an independent, industry-leading manufacturer of elevator components and systems with a long history of innovation and reliability. Founded in 1899, Vantage employs over 1,000 people across manufacturing sites and offices in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Through its family of brands, GAL Manufacturing, GAL Canada, Hollister-Whitney, Elevator Controls, Courion, Bore-Max, Thames Valley Controls, and Vertical Dimensions, Vantage supports nearly every electro-mechanical device used in modern elevators.
Vantage’s mission is to safely connect people and communities by providing reliable elevator solutions. We support our teams, work closely with our customers, and hold ourselves accountable for quality, safety, and integrity in everything we do.

Requirements
We are searching for a candidate with:
- At least 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or operations
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Demonstrated experience handling employee relations matters
- Ability to influence and partner effectively with leaders at all levels
- HR Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, etc.), preferred
- Experience supporting unionized environments
- Experience with HRIS platforms (Paycom or similar, preferred)
Duties and Responsibilities
A typical day may include:
Business Partnership & Leadership
- Serve as a strategic HR partner to site leadership, providing guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, employee relations, and performance management.
- Coach managers on effective people leadership, including performance issues, development planning, and corrective action.
- Support change management initiatives and culture-building efforts aligned with company values.
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Lead employee relations activities, including investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution, ensuring consistency and compliance with company policy and applicable labor laws.
- Interpret and apply federal, state, and local employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEO, etc.).
- Partner with leave administrators and benefits vendors as needed.
- Support union-related activities where applicable, including contract interpretation and issue resolution.
Talent Management
- Oversee recruiting and selection activities in partnership with Talent Acquisition.
- Support onboarding, training, and development initiatives.
- Partner with leadership on succession planning and internal mobility.
Performance & Compensation
- Manage performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and calibration.
- Support compensation planning, job evaluations, leveling, and market alignment in partnership with Corporate HR/Compensation.
- Administer incentive programs (e.g., ICP/bonus plans) and support payout communications.
HR Operations
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of HR transactions in HRIS (e.g., employee changes, reporting, audits).
- Maintain employee records and HR documentation in accordance with legal and company requirements.
- Analyze HR metrics (turnover, engagement, absenteeism, etc.) and provide insights to leadership.
Engagement & Culture
- Support employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and action planning.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.
- Serve as a visible and approachable HR presence at the site.
Benefits of Working With Us
- $95,000-120,000 with 10% target bonus
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance; HSA
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Plum Benefits, and more!
Position Details
- Full time
- 40hrs/week
- Quincy, IL
Vantage Elevation, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Like What You Read?
If you’re excited by the prospect of working at the forefront of engineering technology with a world-class employer that values your problem-solving, judgment, and ability to balance strategic and tactical work, then we invite you to apply.