Lead Human Relations Business Partner (Manufacturing - Onsite in Sumter, SC)

Are you ready to lead the charge in shaping and elevating HR strategy on the manufacturing floor? In this pivotal leadership role, you will drive the full spectrum of manufacturing HR operations, setting the vision for consistent, high-impact HR delivery while serving as a trusted strategic partner to plant leadership. You will influence and empower leaders to foster a culture of accountability, fairness, and high performance, bringing proactive insight to complex workforce challenges and translating business needs into forward-thinking HR solutions. By aligning people strategy with operational goals, you will play a critical role in advancing plant performance and workforce engagement. As a leader of HR Business Partners and HR Coordinators, you will build capability, drive execution excellence, and ensure the organization is equipped to deliver results through its people.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of HR Business Partners and HR Coordinators, ensuring alignment with business priorities

Set the strategic direction for manufacturing HR, driving consistency in employee relations and policy execution

Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, influencing fair, consistent, and effective decision-making

Drive a proactive employee relations strategy that fosters engagement, retention, and a positive work environment

Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and labor regulations

Own and elevate performance management practices, strengthening accountability and workforce effectiveness

Guide and develop leaders through coaching, feedback, and corrective action to build leadership capability

Partner to design and deliver impactful training, onboarding, and leadership development initiatives

Lead execution of key HR initiatives and communication strategies, ensuring clarity and alignment across the plant

Anticipate workforce challenges, leverage data and insights, and implement strategic, sustainable solutions that drive continuous improvement

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

THE ENVIRONMENT

Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as steel toes, hearing protection, etc.

The job is within a climate-controlled environment.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS minimum) and 7+ years of relevant HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in manufacturing.

Broad HR experience across employee relations, recruiting, performance management, compensation, and training in manufacturing,

Experience supporting multiple departments, shifts, or business functions within a complex environment in manufacturing,

Proven track record of HR leadership, including managing HR Business Partners, Coordinators, or similar roles in manufacturing.

Skills & Competencies

Strong end-to-end HR expertise with the ability to align people strategies to business objectives

Experience leading HR process improvements across areas such as onboarding, attendance, retention, and compliance in manufacturing.

Demonstrated ability to implement, optimize, and sustain HR systems, policies, and metrics

Proven success managing cross-functional projects and delivering measurable, results-driven outcomes in manufacturing.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making in manufacturing.

Ability to balance strategic priorities with execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Leadership & Mindset

Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing HR teams.

Trusted advisor with the ability to influence and guide leaders at all levels

Strong commitment to fair, consistent, and values-based application of policies and practices

Strategic thinker with a hands-on leadership style and focus on results

Experience working across diverse and/or global environments, with the ability to adapt to different cultures and workforce needs

Track record of building strong partnerships and driving accountability across the organization

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR)

Experience with workforce development partnerships (schools, technical colleges, or community organizations)

Background in process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks

Exposure to global HR practices or cross-regional collaboration, demonstrating cultural agility

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal …