Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources (HR) Manager is responsible to lead and implement HR initiatives across OWI's U.S. manufacturing and distribution operations. Supporting a workforce of over 500 union and non-union employees, this role is responsible for managing a broad range of HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee and labor relations, performance management, training and development, benefits administration support, policy enforcement, and HR compliance. The HR Manager will partner closely with plant managers and operational leaders to align HR practices with organizational goals, drive employee engagement, and ensure consistent, legally compliant execution of HR programs across all sites.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Leadership

• Policy Management - interpret Company Policies representing the organization in personnel and employment law compliance related investigations, grievances, and hearings.
• Provide objective and strategic input and guidance to employees at all levels related to policy interpretation and implementation, career development, and general management / employee relationship issues.
• Foster a positive work environment while providing guidance and support to management on HR matters.
• Conducts or participates in special projects and other HR initiatives as needed to meet overall company and department strategic goals and initiatives.
• Partner with the Corporate Human Resources team to deliver HR processes and programs in line with business and company goals.
• Transparent partner by working with managers to determine the appropriate course of action with regard to staffing, hiring, performance management, safety or / or attendance concerns.
• Provide direct HR Business Partner support to locations in Illinois, Alabama, California, Texas, and Arizona.
• Travel up to 25%

Talent Acquisition and Onboarding

Employee & Labor Relations

Performance Management and Development

Engagement and Culture

Team Leadership

Qualifications

Old World Industries is among the largest privately held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket today. Built upon a 50-year history of ingenuity, the Northbrook, Illinois-based company is transforming the automotive, commercial and chemical industries that keep the world moving forward. Old World's brands include a full line of PEAK Performance Automotive Aftermarket Products including Antifreeze / Coolant, Washer Fluid, Lighting and Wiper Blades; BlueDEF Diesel Exhaust Fluid and Equipment; FINAL CHARGE PRO-SERIES Heavy Duty Extended Life Coolant, Fleet Charge SCA Precharged Heavy Duty Coolant and Thermal Charge Heat Transfer Fluid.

This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package including :