SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, PRYOR, OK, USA – #5731

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is seeking a SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER for a client in Pryor, OK.

This HR leader will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s people strategy and driving organizational excellence across a unionized, 24/7 manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact leadership position for an experienced HR professional who thrives in both strategic and hands-on roles — someone who can partner with operations, influence leadership decisions, and foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement. In this role, you’ll serve as the primary liaison between management and union representatives, guiding labor relations strategies, grievance resolution, and contract negotiations while maintaining a balanced, collaborative approach. You’ll lead a team of HR professionals, oversee recruiting and retention efforts, and ensure compliance across all facets of HR — from safety and wellness programs to succession planning and employee development.

This position is ideal for a results-driven HR leader with strong labor relations experience, a track record of developing high-performing teams, and the ability to drive change in a fast-paced industrial setting. This opportunity offers both challenge and growth.

 

What You Will Do:

  • Serve as the primary liaison between management and union representatives.
  • Lead grievance investigations, disciplinary actions, and arbitration processes.
  • Support contract negotiations and labor strategy development.
  • Leverage extensive employee relations experience under a collective bargaining agreement.
  • Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Provide coaching and support to supervisors and employees.
  • Conduct investigations and resolve employee concerns in a timely, fair manner.
  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for hourly and salaried roles.
  • Partner with operations to ensure staffing levels meet 24/7 production demands.
  • Support performance management, succession planning, and employee development.
  • Lead a team of three HR professionals while supporting attract-and-retain objectives and HR initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA).
  • Maintain accurate HR records and reporting.
  • Lead safety and wellness initiatives in collaboration with EHS teams.
  • Monitor key HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, etc.) and recommend improvements.
  • Facilitate reporting of HR analytics, monthly HR initiatives, and company announcements.
  • Promote change initiatives through proactive communication and relationship building.
  • Introduce and support continuous improvement concepts while providing guidance and oversight to reach intended objectives.

 

What We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (equivalent experience will be considered).
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting in an HR Generalist, HRBP, or HR Manager role.
  • Strong union labor relations experience (contract interpretation, grievance administration, etc.).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Superior operational abilities and extensive knowledge of HR disciplines including compensation, benefits, health management, and talent development.
  • Experience in paper, pulp, or similar heavy manufacturing industries.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Proven ability to build trust and credibility with both hourly and salaried employees.
  • Hands-on, approachable leadership style with a strong sense of urgency.
  • A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

 

Why This Is a Great Opportunity!

Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and relocation support.

Opportunity to make a direct impact on plant performance and cultural excellence!

 

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to us at:  info@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER, ELMHURST, IL, USA – #5702

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire a HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER for our client in Elmhurst, IL.

We are seeking a dynamic Human Resources professional to lead and support a wide range of HR functions, from talent acquisition to employee relations and compliance. This role is key in shaping workplace culture, driving engagement, and supporting organizational growth.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Leadership & Strategy

  • Stay current with HR trends by attending workshops, networking, and reviewing industry resources.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and career development for direct reports to strengthen future talent pipelines.
  • Champion positive workplace culture, driving performance, transparency, and open communication.
  • Support the rollout of enterprise-wide programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and local initiatives.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

  • Lead recruitment efforts, including job postings, sourcing, interviews, and selection processes.
  • Partner with managers to understand staffing needs and create effective hiring strategies.
  • Build relationships with schools, universities, and local organizations to strengthen candidate pipelines.
  • Represent the company at job fairs, career events, and community outreach activities.
  • Manage onboarding processes, including orientation, paperwork, and compliance checks.
  • Oversee pre-employment testing, background checks, and other required screenings.

Employee Development & Talent Management

  • Facilitate performance and talent review processes.
  • Identify skill gaps and implement development plans to strengthen workforce capabilities.
  • Partner with leaders to design succession strategies and career pathing initiatives.

Employee Relations & Engagement

  • Serve as a trusted resource for employee concerns, grievances, and workplace conflicts.
  • Guide managers on performance management, disciplinary actions, and employee coaching.
  • Conduct engagement surveys and exit interviews, analyzing results to drive retention strategies.
  • Recommend process and policy improvements based on feedback and data insights.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure HR practices remain in compliance with employment laws and regulations.
  • Conduct workplace investigations as needed with fairness and confidentiality.
  • Provide training on key topics such as workplace safety, harassment prevention, and diversity.
  • Manage worker’s compensation claims and partner with third-party administrators as required.

HR Operations & Administration

  • Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS (experience with UKG Pro or similar systems preferred).
  • Generate reports on workforce data such as anniversaries, PTO, and organizational changes.
  • Respond to unemployment claims and complete employment verifications.
  • Assist with payroll-related adjustments and ensure accuracy of employee data.

What We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required; Master’s degree or MBA a plus.
  • Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience supporting 100+ employees
  • Experience supporting multi-location business units
  • Safety program management experience desirable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • HRIS experience required (UKG Pro preferred, or equivalent platform).
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.

Working Conditions: 

This is an in-person role at the Elmhurst office. Once established in this role, there will be a 1 day per week allowance to work remotely

Occasional Travel Required to sites throughout the US. (expected travel up to 15%)

Compensation Target : $100,000 – $115,00/year salary, plus bonus, plus benefits.

Why this is a great opportunity:

Talented, dedicated and passionate team to work with

Exceptional best-in-class products and service offerings for our customers

Premium Health Benefits Program

Safety-Focused Workplace

Paid Personal Days

Charitable Giving Program

Educational Scholarship Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee & Family Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Match

Our Clients’ Core People Values: Leadership, Customer Excellence, Integrity, Inspiration, Teamwork, Innovation and Ambition

Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to apply to info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED