Ability to mix strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations
Expertise in talent management and organizational development
Proven relationship-building across all organizational levels
Strong communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience leading and mentoring HR teams across locations.
Responsibilities
Align HR initiatives with business goals by partnering with site leadership
Support employee relations through investigations and conflict resolution
Monitor HR practices for legal compliance and recommend best practices
Lead talent management processes like recruitment and succession planning
Support initiatives for employee engagement, culture, and retention
Analyze HR data to improve organizational performance
Drive performance management linking to business goals
Oversee performance reviews and administration of benefits and compliance
Develop HR team members through coaching and establishing performance metrics
Implement strategies to enhance organizational climate and performance
Manage compliance-related activities like workers' compensation records.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Mentorship and coaching for HR professionals
Diverse workplace culture that values innovation
Supportive environment for continuous improvement
Commitment to inclusivity and diversity in hiring.
Full Job Description
Job Summary: The Regional Human Resources Manager is a strategic and operational hands-on partner to business leaders across multiple locations. This position is a critical link between corporate HR initiatives and local execution and is responsible for delivering consistent HR programs, ensuring compliance and supporting workforce effectiveness while driving a positive employee experience.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Partner with site leadership to align HR initiatives with business goals and operational needs.
Provide advanced employee relations support, including conducting investigations and resolving complex workplace issues while mitigating risk.
Ensure, monitor and audit HR practices for compliance with federal, state and local employment laws; recommend best practices.
Lead and support talent management processes, including workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning.
Lead and support change initiatives that enhance employee engagement, strengthen culture, and improve retention.
Analyze HR metrics and trends to help make informed decisions on improving organizational performance.
Drive performance management programs that align individual contributions to business goals.
Oversee performance review cycles, compensation, benefits, and leave administration ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
Supervise and develop HR team members, providing coaching, mentorship, and leadership to build a high-performing HR team. Establish key performance indicators for HR team effectiveness and continuous improvement.
Evaluate organizational climate and implement strategies to address engagement and performance gaps.
Manage workers' compensation claims, OSHA logs, and related compliance activities while ensuring cost containment and mitigating risk.
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field.
10+ years of progressive Human Resources, including at least 5 years in an HR leadership role.
Proven ability to balance strategic thinking and oversight with hands-on execution.
Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, talent management and organization development.
Experience partnering effectively with corporate HR functions and senior leadership.
Demonstrated ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Strong communication, coaching, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with a HRIS and highly proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be able to lead, develop and mentor HR professionals across multiple locations.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience in the medical device or regulated manufacturing industry
Professional HR certification
ADA Requirements:
Typically sits, grasps items and performs keyboarding for occasional operation of a computer
Stand, walk, bend, reach or otherwise move about occasionally
Lift, move or otherwise transfer items up to 30 lbs. occasionally
Occasional exposure to typical manufacturing hazards
Travel by air or car occasionally
At SMC Ltd. we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work-therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
