Position Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Human Resources Manager with manufacturing experience to lead all HR functions across multiple automotive parts manufacturing facilities. This role supports a complex, non-union, high-volume production environment and partners closely with plant and operations leadership to align human capital strategies with business and manufacturing objectives.

The ideal candidate might have a strong background in automotive parts manufacturing, experience supporting multiple plant locations, and a deep understanding of non-union, production-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct and manage all human resource activities for multiple automotive parts manufacturing plants.
  • Act as a strategic business partner to plant managers and operations leadership.
  • Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance management
  • Oversee workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried employees.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws, including wage and hour, FMLA, ADA, and safety-related regulations.
  • Develop and implement HR policies and procedures aligned with automotive parts manufacturing best practices.
  • Support and promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
  • Manage compensation, benefits administration, and HR metrics reporting.
  • Lead training, leadership development, and succession planning initiatives.
  • Support change management related to new programs, production launches, workforce expansions, or restructuring.
  • Travel regularly between plant locations as required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional HR certification preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive Human Resource Management experience in automotive parts manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting multi-plant or multi-site operations.
  • Proven experience operating in a non-union manufacturing environment; no union negotiations or labor relations required.
  • Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, and compliance in production settings.
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
  • Proven ability to influence and collaborate with operations leadership.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-accountability manufacturing environments.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $130,000 – $150,000 per year
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Relocation assistance available for candidates with prior auto experience


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Location
Lexington NC