Senior Human Resources Manager

ST Engineering North America

. Serve as the primary HR business partner for salaried support-function employees .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeMiddle River • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR management, including performance management, employee relations, and workforce development, while effectively leading HR teams and aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. Proficient in HR compliance, data analysis, and organizational design within manufacturing and corporate environments.

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HR Management ExperienceEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementHR ComplianceUnion Experience

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Hard Skills

Workforce PlanningTalent DevelopmentOrganizational DesignInvestigationsHR MetricsData AnalysisCoachingSuccession PlanningGrievance ResolutionContract Interpretation

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship-BuildingProblem-SolvingCoachingMentorship

Tools & Technologies

Reporting ToolsData Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

PHRSPHRSHRM-CPSHRM-SCP

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingAerospaceHeavy ManufacturingTechnical OperationsLabor Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary HR business partner for salaried support-function employees
Provide guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategies
Partner with functional leaders to align HR initiatives with business goals and operational priorities
Lead performance management, talent development, and annual planning processes
Coach leaders on performance feedback, development planning, succession strategies, and career progression
Identify organizational skill gaps and collaborate with Learning & Development on training solutions
Consult on employee relations issues using consistent, fair, and legally compliant practices
Work with the Labor Relations Manager on collective bargaining agreement compliance
Support grievance resolution, workplace investigations, and contract interpretation
Lead people-related communications, engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and culture-building efforts
Lead and develop a team of HR professionals through coaching, mentorship, workload prioritization, and professional development
Track and analyze grievances, arbitrations, absenteeism, overtime, and disciplinary trends
Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to leaders
Oversee HR compliance, policy administration, and accurate HR data entry for site-level processes
Regularly interact with team members and people leaders on the shop floor

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum 8 years of progressive HR management experience supporting salaried employees across multiple organizational levels
Demonstrated capability in investigations, employee relations, engagement, and workforce development
Experience in both manufacturing and corporate environments
Proven experience leading and developing HR team members, with a minimum of 3 direct reports
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR compliance requirements, and HR best practices
Exceptional communication, relationship-building, coaching, and problem-solving skills
Experience using HR metrics, reporting tools, and data systems to inform decision-making
U.S. Person status or government authorization for access to export-controlled technology
Valid proof of U.S. Person status or legally recognized export control exception or authorization if hired
Successful completion of a background check and drug screening
Ability to flex across shifts as needed to support 2nd and 3rd shift needs
Master’s degree or professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred
Experience supporting aerospace, heavy manufacturing, or similarly complex technical/industrial operations highly preferred
Union experience strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
Health Flexible Spending Accounts
Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
Immediate 401k vesting
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)
Career advancement and growth opportunities
Competitive pay
Background check and drug screening as employment conditions