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We design and deliver strategic supply chain solutions that keep some of the world's most respected organizations operating at their best.\nFor more than 50 years, Metro has partnered with industry-leading brands to solve complex logistics challenges through innovative, data-driven solutions. Today, we operate over 190 sites across North America and Europe, manage 22.5 million square feet of warehousing and distribution space, and employ more than 9,000 team members.\nWe are seeking a highly skilled Human Resources Manager to support a critical defense-sector operation in Anniston, Alabama. This is an opportunity for an HR leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys partnering closely with operations leaders, and wants to make a meaningful impact on a business that supports an essential customer.\nIf you're looking for a role where you can influence culture, drive workforce engagement, solve employee relations challenges, and serve as a trusted advisor to operational leadership, we'd love to hear from you.\nWhy This Role?\nThis is not a traditional HR Manager position.\nYou'll be the HR leader supporting a large operational workforce where your ability to build credibility, foster engagement, and drive results will directly impact business performance.\nYou'll partner with leaders across multiple locations, influence decision-making, and lead initiatives that improve retention, workforce effectiveness, compliance, safety, and employee engagement.\nThis role is ideal for an HR professional who enjoys being on the floor, building relationships, solving problems, and making a tangible difference every day.\nWhat You'll Do\nHR Business Partnership\nPartner with Operations Leadership to align people strategies with business objectives.\nServe as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee relations, performance management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and talent development.\nAnalyze workforce metrics including turnover, retention, recruiting effectiveness, and absenteeism to identify trends and drive improvement initiatives.\nSupport change management initiatives and help foster a high-performance culture.\nEmployee Relations & Leadership Coaching\nLead employee relations investigations and resolve complex workplace issues with professionalism and integrity.\nCoach leaders on performance management, conflict resolution, employee development, and corrective action.\nPromote a positive employee experience through fair, consistent, and legally compliant HR practices.\nBuild strong relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.\nEmployment Law & Compliance\nAct as the site's subject matter expert on U.S. employment legislation and compliance, including: \nADA / ADEA\nEEO\nFLSA\nFMLA\nHIPAA\nWage & Hour regulations\nEnsure policies, practices, and procedures remain compliant with federal and state requirements.\nMonitor legal developments and proactively recommend policy and process improvements.\nTalent Acquisition & Workforce Planning\nLead recruiting efforts for hourly, supervisory, and professional positions.\nDevelop workforce strategies that support operational growth and business continuity.\nPartner with leaders to identify talent needs and succession opportunities.\nBuild talent pipelines through community partnerships, job fairs, and proactive recruiting initiatives.\nSafety, Workers' Compensation & Risk Management\nManage Workers' Compensation programs, return-to-work initiatives, and claim administration.\nPartner with Operations to support OSHA compliance and workplace safety programs.\nParticipate in incident investigations and implement corrective actions to reduce future risk.\nEmployee Engagement & Development\nDrive recognition, engagement, and retention initiatives.\nConduct exit interview analysis and develop action plans to address trends.\nPartner with Learning & Development to identify skills gaps and support leadership development initiatives.\nChampion Metro's culture, values, and commitment to continuous improvement.\nWhat We're Looking For\nExperience\n5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.\nExperience supporting large employee populations in a distribution, logistics, manufacturing, industrial, or operations environment.\nStrong employee relations, performance management, and employment law expertise.\nExperience supporting both hourly and salaried workforces.\nMulti-site HR experience is considered a strong asset.\nAbility to travel.\nSkills & Qualifications\nDemonstrated ability to influence and build credibility with operational leaders.\nStrong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making capabilities.\nExperience interpreting and applying U.S. employment legislation.\nAbility to balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day operational demands.\nExcellent communication and relationship-building skills.\nHigh level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.\nWorking knowledge of HRIS platforms; ADP Workforce Now and UKG Pro experience are considered assets.\nContinuous improvement mindset with strong analytical capabilities.\nEducation & Certifications\nBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.\nPHR or SPHR certification is an asset.\nWhat Success Looks Like\nIn this role, you'll be viewed as more than an HR leader. 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