HR Manager

Job Location: Phoenix AZ

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical Rx Dental Disability Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

JobSummary:

The HR Manager is responsible for leading the human resources function ensuring compliance with labor laws company policies and collective bargaining agreements (CBA) if applicable. This role serves as a strategic partner to facility leadership driving workforce planning labor relations employee engagement talent acquisition performance management and compliance to support business objectives. The HR Manager will also play a key role in fostering a high-performance culture while mitigating risks.

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field required; Masters degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• 7 years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment including at least 2 years in a unionized setting (if applicable).
• Experience in collective bargaining workforce planning HR compliance and talent management required.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of labor laws (NLRA FLSA OSHA FMLA ADA) and CBA interpretation where applicable.
• Experience managing union negotiations grievance handling and employee relations where applicable
• Proficiency in HRIS systems timekeeping software (e.g. Success Factors UKG/UltiPro) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to analyze HR metrics to identify trends and drive process improvements.
• SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP PHR or SPHR Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP) or other union/labor relations certifications a plus.

Job Responsibilities:

Workforce Planning & Talent Development

• Drive workforce planning to ensure talent meets operational needs.
• Lead succession and pipeline planning for future leadership.
• Coordinate training apprenticeships and upskilling.
• Coach managers to strengthen leadership capabilities.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Handle escalated employee concerns and promote resolution.
• Promote inclusive culture and encourage feedback.
• Implement engagement and retention strategies.
• Lead surveys and action plans to improve morale.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Partner with GBS to align recruiting with workforce needs.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment.
• Refine onboarding for smooth new hire transitions.
• Ensure recruitment aligns with internal processes.
• Participate in interviews at the plant.

Performance Management

• Lead performance appraisals aligned with Hydro and CBA.
• Support managers in goal setting and feedback.
• Manage performance issues per Hydro policies.

Compensation Benefits & HR Operations

• Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.
• Partner with Shared Services and cross-functional teams.
• Manage benefits and leave per legal standards.
• Support recognition programs for performance.
• Optimize HR systems for efficiency and compliance.

Strategic HR Leadership

• Align HR with business goals.
• Lead org development and restructuring efforts.
• Analyze HR metrics and report KPIs.
• Support change management and continuous improvement.

Compliance

• Ensure legal and policy compliance.
• Conduct audits and enforce HR policies.
• Safeguard employee data and confidentiality.

Labor Relations

• Manage union relations and disputes.
• Ensure CBA compliance.
• Lead bargaining and prepare proposals.
• Conduct investigations and apply policies consistently.
• Manage CBA-related performance issues.
• Administer benefits and leave per CBA/legal standards.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position.They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.