The Role
The Plant HR Manager will lead HR functions, ensure compliance, manage union relations, and support workforce planning at the Monterrey facility, collaborating closely with both Mexico and U.S. teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Plant HR Manager – Cienega de Flores, Nuevo Leon
An exceptional opportunity to join a global manufacturing leader and make a real impact. Our client is searching for a Plant HR Manager to guide the Human Resources function at their Monterrey facility. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will work closely with both Mexico and U.S. leadership teams, ensuring HR practices are transparent, compliant, and aligned with company values.
This position is ideal for an HR leader who enjoys being close to people, building trust, and creating solutions that improve both the employee experience and business results. It requires the courage to make decisions, the ability to collaborate across borders, and the vision to design long-term strategies for people and culture. This position reports to the HR Director.
Key Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or related field.
- 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in manufacturing.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English), Advanced English required.
- Deep knowledge of Mexican labor law, compliance, compensation, pensions, and union relations.
- Experience working successfully in a matrix reporting structure.
- Strong background in labor union relations, compliance, and investigations.
- Hands-on HR leadership style, with a collaborative and transparent approach.
- Experience with Lean or continuous improvement practices is a plus.
Demonstrated Competencies:
- Transparency & Alignment: Communicate openly with leadership in Mexico and the U.S., building trust at every level.
- Managerial Courage: Make confident site-level decisions and challenge practices when needed.
- Strategic Thinking: Look beyond the short term, identifying risks and opportunities for long-term success.
- Collaboration: Work as part of the leadership team in both USA & MX, not in isolation.
- Partnership Mentality: Be a trusted advisor and true partner to plant and regional leaders.
Main Responsibilities:
- Lead all HR functions at the Monterrey plant, ensuring alignment with site and regional goals.
- Build strong partnerships with the Plant Manager, Mexico GM, and U.S. HR Director.
- Provide visibility on HR compliance, pay systems, pensions, and staffing.
- Develop and implement HR policies that support both compliance and engagement.
- Strengthen union relations and maintain a positive work environment.
- Support workforce planning, staffing, and employee development.
- Guide, coach, and develop the HR team
- Conduct an HR SWOT analysis, identify gaps, and recommend improvements.
Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or related field
- 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience in manufacturing
- Bilingual (Spanish/English), Advanced English required
- Deep knowledge of Mexican labor law, compliance, compensation, pensions, and union relations
- Experience working successfully in a matrix reporting structure
- Strong background in labor union relations, compliance, and investigations
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The Company
What We Do
Arsan International Consulting Group provides HR consulting, organizational development, leadership solutions, and outplacement services, with international recruiting experience in diverse manufacturing industries.
