Cerberus Capital Management

Sr. Plant Human Resources Manager

Cerberus Capital Management$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of HR or labor experience, or Master's with 5+ years, or 10+ years of HR/labor experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment, notably supporting operational leaders.
  • Strong skills in employee relations, talent acquisition, and performance management.
  • Knowledge of employment law and HR compliance.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a strategic HR advisor to the Plant Director.
  • Lead employee engagement, leadership coaching, and relations.
  • Maintain a daily presence on the manufacturing floor (Gemba).
  • Develop workforce plans matching production strategies.
  • Oversee recruiting, succession planning, and talent development.
  • Collaborate with HRX Hub and Shared Solutions for effective solutions.
  • Utilize workforce analytics to drive HR and operational improvements.
  • Apply Lean principles to enhance HR processes and reduce waste.

Benefits

  • Competitive market-based compensation.
  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Position Overview
International Motors has a great opportunity for a Sr. Plant Human Resources Manager at our Powertrain Plant in Huntsville. The Powertrain Manufacturing Plant in Huntsville is a technologically advanced powertrain manufacturing facility that produces high-quality diesel engines and transmissions. The Sr. Plant Human Resources Manager will report into the HR Business Integrator for Production and Logistics and will integrate business strategy, Lean Manufacturing, people, and organizational capability into one operating model that enables plant performance. During the current transformation toward the International Way, this leader is expected to act as a member of the Plant Leadership Team rather than as a traditional HR manager, owning end-to-end people outcomes and driving continuous improvement. The individual will also  lead the transformation of the plant's people systems by embedding Lean Manufacturing behaviors, building leadership capability, strengthening employee relations, and creating a high-performing culture aligned with the International Way and a high people engagement and people care. Responsibilities
  • Serve as strategic HR advisor and HRX Business Integrator to the Plant Director.
  • Lead employee relations, engagement, leadership coaching, and people engagement.
  • Maintain daily visible presence on the manufacturing floor (Gemba).
  • Develop workforce plans aligned to production strategy.
  • Lead recruiting, succession planning, performance management and talent development.
  • Partner with HRX Enabling Hubs and Shared Solutions to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • Use workforce analytics and operational metrics to drive decisions.
  • Apply Lean principles to simplify HR processes and eliminate waste.
  • Ensure compliance while improving employee experience.
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of human resources or labor experience
  • At least 3 years of lead experience

OR

  • Master's degree and at least 5 years of human resources or labor experience
  • At least 3 years of lead experience

OR

  • At least 10 years of human resources or labor experience
  • At least 3 years of lead experience
Additional Requirements
  • Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
Desired Skills
  • Human Resources leadership experience within a manufacturing environment, with increasing responsibility supporting operational leaders.
  • Demonstrated success partnering directly with plant leadership to improve business performance through people strategies.
  • Proven experience supporting non-union manufacturing operations, with a strong track record of fostering positive employee relations and maintaining a union-free environment.
  • Strong expertise in employee relations, talent acquisition, workforce planning, performance management, compensation administration, leadership coaching, and organizational development.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence leaders, drive organizational change, and successfully manage multiple business priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Experience using workforce analytics and operational metrics to support business decisions and measure organizational effectiveness.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and manufacturing workforce practices
  • Experience within the commercial vehicle, automotive, powertrain, heavy manufacturing, or other high-volume industrial manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated application of Lean Manufacturing principles, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, or equivalent operational excellence methodologies.
  • Experience serving as a member of a Plant Leadership Team and partnering directly with senior operational leaders.
  • Proven success leading organizational transformation, culture change, or business integration initiatives.
  • Experience implementing HR technology, process standardization, or Lean HR initiatives that improve efficiency and employee experience.
Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international.com/#benefits.The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.

About Cerberus Capital Management

Cerberus Capital Management is a private equity firm that specializes in distressed investing. The firm was founded in 1992 by Steve Feinberg and William L. Richter. Cerberus has invested in a variety of industries, including automotive, healthcare, real estate, and retail. The firm is known for its aggressive approach to investing and has been involved in several high-profile deals, including the acquisition of Chrysler in 2007.
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