Human Resources Director

Job Title:

HR Director and HR Manager (Two Openings)

Location: Pryor (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial

About the Role

We are seeking experienced HR leaders to join a fast-paced, unionized manufacturing organization. These roles play a critical part in driving workforce strategy, strengthening labor relations, and supporting a 24/7 production environment.

The HR Director will focus on strategic leadership and labor relations at a senior level, while the HR Manager will support hands-on HR operations and employee relations. Both roles partner closely with plant leadership to ensure compliance, engagement, and a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Labor Relations & Employee Relations

• Serve as a primary liaison between management and union representatives
• Lead grievance handling, investigations, disciplinary actions, and arbitration support
• Support collective bargaining preparation and labor strategy execution
• Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements consistently and fairly

Leadership & Workforce Support

• Coach supervisors and managers on performance management, policy application, and employee relations
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture
• Lead and develop HR team members (HR Director role)
• Support change initiatives through effective communication and collaboration

Talent Management & HR Operations

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, retention, and workforce planning
• Support performance management, succession planning, and employee development programs
• Partner with operations to ensure staffing aligns with production needs

Compliance, Safety & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA, etc.)
• Maintain accurate HR records, reporting, and documentation
• Partner with EHS teams to support safety, wellness, and health initiatives
• Track and analyze HR metrics such as turnover, absenteeism, and engagement

Continuous Improvement

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within HR and plant operations
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience

Mandatory Qualifications

HR Director

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8 years of progressive HR experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Strong background in union labor relations and grievance management

HR Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5 years of HR experience in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Hands-on experience supporting unionized workforces

For Both Roles

• Broad HR generalist knowledge (employee relations, compliance, talent management, benefits)
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Why Join Us

• Lead impactful HR initiatives in a unionized manufacturing environment
• Work closely with operations and leadership in a high-visibility role
• Influence workforce strategy, culture, and long-term organizational success
• Stable, growth-oriented organization with opportunities to make a real impact

About NetworkPedia

NetworkPedia is a certified women-owned technology and talent solutions company, providing IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, managed services, and specialized recruitment across North Americas and beyond. Our mission is to empower organizations with secure, scalable, and innovative technology while building inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve.

As a trusted partner, we deliver expertise across networking, cloud, IT service management, and security operations, along with staffing solutions for niche technology roles. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all our hiring practices and ensure that our opportunities are open to all qualified applicants, without discrimination on the basis of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

How to Apply

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