Human Resources Manager

SPX Technologies

. Provide hands-on HR leadership and business partnership across two manufacturing facilities in Cuba and Pacific, Missouri, supporting approximately 250 employees .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeCuba • Missouri • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in employee relations, compliance with labor laws, and HR operations within manufacturing environments. Proficient in managing HR processes, data analysis, and developing HR teams while fostering strong partnerships with plant leadership.

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Employee Relations ManagementHRIS Data ManagementManufacturing Safety PracticesAdvanced Microsoft Excel SkillsTalent Development and Succession Planning

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Hard Skills

Employee RelationsHRIS Data ManagementWorkforce Metrics AnalysisPerformance ReviewsOnboarding ProcessesCompliance with EEO, FLSA, FMLA, ADAInvestigations and DocumentationTimekeeping and Payroll ReviewHR Process ImprovementSafety Incident Management

Soft Skills

Proactive CommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCoaching and DevelopmentRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

HR TechnologyDigital ToolsAutomation ToolsAI-Enabled ToolsMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

PHRSPHRGPHRSHRM-CPSHRM-SCP

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing OperationsShift-Based OperationsWorkplace SafetyOSHA ComplianceDrug and Alcohol Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide hands-on HR leadership and business partnership across two manufacturing facilities in Cuba and Pacific, Missouri, supporting approximately 250 employees
Maintain a visible presence with employees across shifts and advise plant leadership
Lead an HR Coordinator and partner with a remotely based HR Director and HR function
Build trusted relationships through shop-floor presence and accessible HR support
Own employee relations matters, including safety-related conduct, investigations, documentation, risk assessment, and corrective action
Coach and challenge plant managers and supervisors on employee concerns, performance, attendance, documentation, discipline, and policy application
Lead employee relations, engagement, recognition, and feedback activities
Maintain compliance with EEO, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, labor law, and relevant workplace requirements
Lead and develop an HR Coordinator and direct temporary HR interns as assigned
Manage employee data, job changes, compensation actions, and submissions to Corporate HR Shared Services
Oversee biweekly time and attendance and payroll reviews, investigate exceptions, and coordinate resolutions
Ensure accurate onboarding and employee communications
Improve HR processes, data integrity, reporting, and use of HR systems and digital tools
Partner on headcount planning, staffing, recruiting priorities, retention, and workforce readiness
Lead performance reviews, annual merit planning, talent reviews, succession plans, and employee development initiatives
Analyze headcount, turnover, attendance, hiring, and engagement metrics and recommend actions
Promote safety culture and participate in safety committees and initiatives
Manage HR aspects of workplace incidents, including post-incident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing
Lead ADA accommodations, medical restrictions, leave coordination, and return-to-work planning

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including meaningful hands-on experience supporting manufacturing or comparable industrial, shift-based operations
Demonstrated employee relations experience, including independent investigations, objective documentation, disciplinary recommendations, and practical employment-law judgment
Ability to form credible partnerships with plant leaders, respectfully challenge decisions, recommend solutions, and appropriately engage senior HR leadership
Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, organization, and follow-through in deadline-driven HR operations
Experience with HRIS data and timekeeping/payroll review processes
Proactive, clear written and verbal communication, sound prioritization, and judgment to escalate sensitive or material matters early
Experience supervising, coaching, and developing HR team members
Ability to interpret workforce metrics, identify trends, and communicate practical recommendations to leaders
Working knowledge of manufacturing safety practices and HR responsibilities related to OSHA, drug and alcohol testing, reasonable suspicion, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and return-to-work programs
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, reconciliations, and workforce-data analysis
Experience improving HR processes using HR technology, automation, or approved AI-enabled tools
Experience supporting multi-site HR operations, employee engagement initiatives, and organizational change
Experience with formal talent reviews, succession planning, and supervisor development
Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field, or equivalent experience
PHR/SPHR/GPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification preferred
Regular onsite presence at both Cuba and Pacific, Missouri manufacturing facilities
Flexibility to connect with employees across multiple shifts
Occasional additional travel to corporate or other business locations, generally less than 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
Competitive health insurance plans
401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
Educational assistance
Leadership development programs
Recognition programs
Opportunities for personal development and career growth