Regional Human Resources Business Partner

Norsk Hydro

Region HR Business Partner overseeing HR operations across diverse manufacturing sites. Aligning HR strategies with business goals and driving workforce management initiatives in the aluminum industry.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeMoon Township • Arizona, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $165,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR strategy execution, labor relations, and compliance within manufacturing environments. Proficient in talent management, workforce planning, and driving employee engagement initiatives across multiple locations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years HR ExperienceUnion Labor RelationsCollective BargainingHR ComplianceTalent Management

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Hard Skills

Workforce PlanningHR Metrics AnalysisPerformance CoachingGrievance ResolutionProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Conflict ResolutionNegotiationCommunicationProactive Problem SolvingStrategic Mindset

Tools & Technologies

HRIS SystemsTimekeeping SoftwareMicrosoft Office SuiteSuccess FactorsUKG/UltiPro

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPPHRSPHRCertified Labor Relations Professional

Industry Keywords

Labor LawsCBA InterpretationMulti-State ComplianceUnionized SettingManufacturing Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the VP of Human Resources in executing the company’s HR vision and strategy
Lead HR initiatives across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with business goals
Partner with GMs/senior leadership, plant managers, and HR teams to drive workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational structure improvements
Lead and Monitor HR KPIs in assigned plants, identifying trends, issues, and improvement opportunities
Ensure plant leadership is accountable for culture, engagement, and talent development
Oversee union negotiations, grievance handling, and contract compliance at unionized plants
Function as a strategic partner in labor relations, ensuring consistency in CBA interpretation across locations
Develop and execute union-avoidance strategies at non-union sites while maintaining positive employee relations
Lead workplace investigations, audits, and risk mitigation efforts to ensure HR and legal compliance
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple jurisdictions
Leads talent acquisition strategies, ensuring staffing levels align with production demands
Lead succession planning and leadership development programs, coaching plant HR teams on talent pipeline management
Assess and support local plant HR team development, ensuring HR capabilities align with business needs
Implement standardized training and career development frameworks across the region
Lead HR process improvement initiatives, benchmarking best practices across locations
Align HR technology and systems with business needs, ensuring efficiency and data accuracy
Manage HR budgets and resources, optimizing HR function performance across sites
Drive employee engagement, inclusivity programs, and culture-building initiatives across the region
Function as a change agent in organizational restructures and workforce transitions
Lead HR compliance audits to ensure risk management across locations
Provide guidance to plant HR teams on implementing proactive policies that address labor trends, legislation, and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required (Master’s preferred)
10+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with at least 2+ years in a unionized setting
Experience in collective bargaining, workforce planning, HR compliance, and talent management required
Certification in: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR, Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP) or other union/labor relations certifications a plus
Strong knowledge of labor laws (NLRA, FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA) and CBA interpretation
Strong experience in union labor relations, collective bargaining, grievance resolution, and multi-state compliance
Proficiency in HRIS systems, timekeeping software (e.g., Success Factors, UKG/UltiPro), and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to analyze HR metrics to identify trends and drive process improvements
Expertise in talent management, workforce planning, and performance coaching
Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and communication skills
Strategic mindset, with a focus on HR best practices and operational efficiency
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing settings, balancing priorities effectively
Proactive problem solver with a data-driven approach
English required; additional language skills are a plus
50% travel required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
Education Assistance
Bonus Plan Eligibility
Parental Leave