HR Specialist

The role

This HR Specialist will serve as the primary HR partner for the Wausau Glass facility. You will support approximately 70 employees and partner with plant leadership on employee relations, performance management, and daily operations.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary HR contact supporting approximately 70 employees at the Wausau Glass facility
• Partner with plant leadership to provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, and workforce concerns
• Manage employee relations matters including investigations, corrective actions, and terminations
• Support time and attendance processes, including absenteeism tracking and guidance for front-line supervisors
• Coordinate leave of absence processes and ensure proper documentation and compliance
• Collect and support payroll-related information and coordinate with centralized payroll teams
• Maintain an active presence on the production floor to build relationships and support employees and leadership
• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and training initiatives for plant positions
• Drive employee engagement efforts to support retention and a positive workplace culture
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable employment laws

Required qualifications

• 4 to 7 or more years of progressive human resources experience
• Strong experience in employee relations and supporting front-line leadership
• Ability to work independently as the primary HR presence at a location
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust at all levels
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution

Nice to have

• Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment
• Experience supporting multiple locations
• Familiarity with HRIS and timekeeping systems
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR

Benefits

• Industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
• PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
• Pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
• Training

About the company

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope (OBE) operates more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. The company contributes architectural glass and building products to various projects.