Human Resources Director

Sr Human Resources Manager Chattanooga, TN | On-Site $110,000 - $140,000 Position Overview A growing manufacturing organization in the Chattanooga area is seeking an experienced Sr Human Resources Manager to lead site-level HR operations and serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership. This individual will be responsible for driving key people initiatives, fostering a positive employee experience, ensuring compliance with employment regulations, and supporting the continued growth and success of the facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong experience in manufacturing HR, employee relations, talent development, and workforce planning. This position plays a critical role in supporting both hourly and salaried employees while helping leaders build and maintain a high-performing workforce. Key Responsibilities

- Partner with plant leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support operational and business objectives.
- Lead day-to-day human resources functions, including employee relations, performance management, coaching, compensation administration, and talent development.
- Provide guidance to managers and supervisors on employee issues, workplace investigations, corrective actions, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
- Support recruitment efforts, workforce planning initiatives, onboarding activities, and employee retention programs.
- Drive employee engagement initiatives and help foster a positive, inclusive, and accountable workplace culture.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices.
- Analyze HR metrics and workforce trends to identify opportunities for improvement and support data-driven decision making.
- Lead performance review processes, succession planning efforts, and leadership development initiatives.
- Partner with Environmental, Health & Safety teams to support a culture centered around workplace safety and employee well-being.
- Assist in organizational change initiatives, workforce restructuring efforts, and continuous improvement projects.
- Oversee HR systems, employee records, and reporting to ensure accuracy and confidentiality.
- Mentor and develop HR team members while supporting overall department effectiveness.

Qualifications Required

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Prior HR experience within a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
- Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance.
- Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employee populations.
- Strong communication, conflict resolution, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

- Experience supporting a unionized workforce.
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
- Experience leading employee engagement, organizational development, and leadership training initiatives.
- Proven success partnering directly with Sr operations leadership.
- Experience managing or mentoring HR professionals.
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

What You'll Bring

- Strong business acumen and the ability to align HR initiatives with operational goals.
- A hands-on leadership style with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
- Excellent coaching and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

Compensation & Benefits

- Competitive base salary
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
- Life and disability insurance
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $52.88/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga,TN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.