Job Description
@HYVE Solutions, missions to help customers, business partners, and employees achieve success through shared goals, strategies, resources and technology solutions. Senior Strategic HR Manager (Plant Operations) Department: Human Resources Reports To: Sr. Director, HR Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Industry: Manufacturing & Engineering Salary $138,300-$160,000 Position Summary The Senior Strategic HR Manager – Plant Operations is the lead HR partner for plant leadership, responsible for shaping and executing people strategies that directly impact operational performance, workforce sustainability, and organizational effectiveness. This role blends strategic leadership with deep understanding of manufacturing environments, driving initiatives across workforce planning, leadership capability, culture transformation, and labor strategy. The position requires a highly influential leader who can translate business priorities into scalable people solutions while maintaining strong on-the-ground presence within the plant. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Business Alignment Partner with Plant Manager and senior leadership to align HR strategy with production, quality, cost, and growth objectives Serve as a key advisor on organizational design, workforce optimization, and transformation initiatives Anticipate workforce challenges and proactively develop solutions to support business continuity and scalability Workforce Strategy & Talent Optimization Lead long-term workforce planning, including capacity modeling, skills forecasting, and pipeline development Develop strategies to attract, retain, and optimize critical talent across hourly and salaried populations Drive initiatives to improve workforce productivity, retention, and engagement Organizational Effectiveness & Change Management Design and implement organizational structures that enhance efficiency and agility Lead change management efforts related to automation, process improvement, or restructuring Partner with leadership to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence Leadership Development & Succession Planning Build leadership capability at all levels, with emphasis on frontline supervisors and plant leadership Identify and develop high-potential talent and succession pipelines for critical roles Coach leaders on performance management, team effectiveness, and employee engagement Employee & Labor Relations Strategy Provide strategic oversight and governance of employee relations practices Lead resolution of complex, high-risk employee relations matters Support labor strategy including collective bargaining, contract administration, and proactive union engagement (if applicable) Implement proactive strategies to reduce ER risk and strengthen workplace culture Culture, Engagement & Inclusion Champion a high-performance, accountable, and safety-first culture Lead engagement strategies tailored to plant dynamics (multi-shift workforce, diverse populations) Drive inclusion and belonging initiatives that enhance workforce cohesion and retention Compliance, Safety & Risk Management Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations Partner with EHS teams to reinforce a strong safety culture Identify organizational risks and implement mitigation strategies HR Analytics & Business Insights Leverage data and analytics to inform decision-making and measure HR impact Provide insights on key metrics such as turnover, absenteeism, labor costs, and productivity Use data to drive continuous improvement in people strategies Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred) 8 – 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with significant experience in manufacturing or plant environments Demonstrated success in a strategic HR leadership or HRBP role supporting operations Core Competencies Strong business and financial acumen with understanding of plant metrics (e.g., OEE, throughput, labor efficiency) Proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive strategic initiatives Expertise in workforce planning, organizational design, and talent management Deep kn