Reports to: Regional Human Resources Manager Position Responsibilities: • Serve as a trusted HR resource and primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, workplace concerns, and employee-related matters. • Partner with plant leadership and supervisors to address employee relations, performance, attendance, conduct, and policy matters; provide coaching and guidance and promote consistent and equitable application of Company policies and practices. • Conduct and assist with employee investigations, disciplinary actions, and terminations; document findings and recommend appropriate action while maintaining confidentiality. • Manage and support recruitment activities, including candidate sourcing, interview coordination, hiring, new hire orientation, onboarding, and other employment lifecycle activities. • Conduct exit and stay interviews and support employee surveys and other feedback initiatives to identify opportunities to improve engagement, retention, and morale. • Monitor attendance and assist managers with attendance-related concerns, policy administration, and appropriate corrective action. • Support employee lifecycle transactions, including transfers, promotions, leaves of absence, and other personnel changes. • Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant employee records and HR documentation; assist with audits, required reporting, and employment records. • Provide general support and guidance to employees regarding Company benefit programs and partner with the Benefits team as needed; support open enrollment and other benefits communications and activities. • Partner with Payroll and appropriate HR teams to resolve payroll, timekeeping, and related employee issues. • Coordinate required employee training and partner with managers to identify training and development needs. • Support the implementation of Company-wide HR programs, policies, and initiatives at the plant level. • Utilize HRIS and talent management systems to maintain employee information, process transactions, and generate reports. • Coordinate unemployment claims and hearings as needed. • Maintain a visible HR presence throughout the plant, build strong relationships with employees at all levels, and participate in plant meetings to provide HR guidance on workforce-related matters. • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. Required Qualifications: • Minimum of 3+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, or distribution environment. • Experience supporting employee relations, recruitment, performance management, investigations, and HR administration. • Experience providing HR guidance and support to supervisors and managers in an operational environment. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint. • Proficiency with, or the ability to quickly learn, HRIS and talent management systems. Preferred Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. • Equivalent combination of education and relevant HR experience may be considered. • Experience working in a plant or manufacturing environment preferred. Work Environment: • This position is based at the Polyglass manufacturing facility in Waco, Texas and requires regular presence throughout the plant. Pay and Benefits • A FREE health-plan option for employees or premium costs far below industry averages • 401(k) plans with a company match at 6% - far more free money than most plans in the market • Tuition Reimbursement. Earn a degree with up to 100% reimbursement on tuition! • Student Loan Assistance • Paid time off • 10 paid holidays • Dental and vision plans • Gym membership reimbursement and more! Take a look at what it’s like to be part of our family at Polyglass!