Job Description
TITLE: Plant Human Resources Manager
Reports To: Senior Human Resources Manager
Department: Human Resources
Exemption Status: Exempt
Location: Detroit, MI
The Plant Human Resources Manager is a highly visible leader responsible for overseeing all HR functions within the manufacturing facility. This role partners closely with plant leadership and employees to drive engagement, performance, and a positive workplace culture. This position balances strategic HR initiatives with daily operational support to ensure organizational effectiveness and business success.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsible for the deployment and implementation of all Human Resources policies and systems at specified location.
• Establish and promote strong lines of communication, (upward and laterally) consistent with a facility of 1,100+ employees and one union (UAW).
• CBA/Collective Bargaining Agreement interpretations, interaction/conflict resolution with UAW committee representatives, grievances, arbitration and discipline.
• Collaborate with facility leadership team to support and advance proactive People and Culture strategies aligned to business objectives.
• Facilitate and monitor training programs to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
• Support plant leadership through organization design efforts and lead medium- to large-scale change initiatives.
• Partner with plant leadership team to solve significant people and culture issues, providing guidance across key employment areas such as hiring, performance management, rewards, and organization design.
• Serve as a coach and mentor with strong leadership and management capabilities, able to engage positively with employees at all levels while actively supporting and promoting their professional development.
• Conducts thorough and objective investigations into team member complaints, grievances, and allegations of misconduct or policy violations.
• Ensure that team members are treated within Voltva’s values and expectations in all personnel actions, and that each team member is treated fairly and given every chance to succeed.
• Play an active role in developing, monitoring and achieving the operation’s goals through ongoing continuous improvement activities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• BS or BA in Human Resources discipline is required and at least (5) or more years of management/leadership experience; an advanced degree or PHR/SPHR will be considered a plus.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• The ability to establish trust and credibility quickly with Human Resources team, plant leadership and stakeholders at all levels
• Requires solid knowledge and understanding as well as strong experience with UAW policies, regulations and requirements in union environments.
• Possess demonstrated ability to work with stakeholder-level executives and other senior management leaders while managing a wide range of issues and related HR projects and tasks.
• Must have a modern HR/LR philosophy (embracing change, exhibit creativity and flexibility).
• A good understanding of compensation law, EEO, OSHA and other regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with HR technological tools such as Applicant Tracking System, HRIS, and Payroll systems
The above statements describe the general nature and level of the work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities of an employee in this position. Job duties and functions can change at any time and Voltava reserves the right to require other duties as needed without revision to this document.
