HR Manager

While reporting to the Associate Director, Human Resources - IPP North America, the HR Manager is responsible for handling employee relations activities at designated branch plant locations as assigned. Responsibilities include; the understanding and application of Federal, State laws, such as, EEOC, FMLA, ADA, HIPPA, COBRA, NLRB, etc., and other legal requirements to protect the company against litigation and to maintain non-union status where applicable. Conducts surveys on employee morale, local wages/benefits, employment issues and develops reports and recommendations to management regarding these items.  

Works with management to communicate, train, coach and assist employees in an effort to maintain effective employee morale. May assist with local hourly recruiting activities including diversity hiring, employee tracking and interviewing. Will advise and participate in employee and management counseling regarding company policies, procedures, legal requirements, employee performance, discipline, benefits, restructuring, etc.

What you’ll be doing:

• Plant culture, company values and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion initiatives. 

• Long term HR goals and metrics for HR in the plant 

• Training and development for plant personnel 

• Talent review and performance management processes to sustain a culture of accountability 

• Succession planning for all plant positions, including summer interns and Emerging Leaders 

• Supporting development planning for all plant personnel designated as high-potential 

• Employee recognition programs 

• Community relations programs 

• Plant compliance with Sonoco HR policy 

This position will be located in Menasha, WI.

We’d love to hear from you if:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business with a concentration in Human Resources.
• 7+ years of experience working in Human Resources within a manufacturing environment required.
• SHRM CP or SCP Certification or HRCI SPHR OR PHR Certification - Preferred
• Union Experience highly preferred

Compensation: 

Plant HR Manager: The annual base salary range for this role is from $102,080 to $114,840, plus an annual target bonus of 7.5% of base salary. 

Senior Plant HR Manager: The annual base salary range for this role is from $113,280 to $127,440, plus an annual target bonus of 7.5% of base salary. 

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At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement