Job Description

HR Manager

Lead HR Strategy at a Multi-Site Manufacturing Leader

Step into a high-impact role where your leadership sets the tone for people, process, and growth

Location: Near Bangor, Maine

Scope: Multiple facilities | 200+ employees

Compensation: $100K - 110K base + 10–15% bonus + relocation support

Why This Role?

This is a rare opportunity to step into an HR leadership role with room to build, improve, and influence. The company is well-established, profitable, and backed by a parent organization with a strong reputation. But its HR function is ready for a refresh—this is your chance to shape it.

You’ll inherit a team with heart but little structure, and you’ll have the autonomy to design better systems, realign roles, and champion people initiatives that make a difference. This is not a back-office HR role. You’ll be at the center of decision-making, trusted by leadership, and visible across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

Drive HR Strategy - Lead all HR operations across multiple locations, setting and executing the people agenda alongside senior leadership.

Build Structure - Evaluate and rationalize a small, distributed HR support team. Clarify roles, streamline systems, and drive efficiency.

Own Talent - Lead recruiting, onboarding, performance, employee relations, and workforce planning across diverse locations.

Lead Through Change - Act as a cultural bridge across sites, supporting stability while evolving HR into a true business partner.

Ensure Compliance - Manage employment law, documentation, and HR policy updates with consistency and care.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Leaders who are hands-on and strategic—ready to roll up their sleeves without losing sight of the big picture.
• HR professionals with a manufacturing or industrial background, who understand the nuances of multi-site or rural workforces.
• Change agents who enjoy bringing structure to ambiguity, especially in environments where legacy systems are ready for an upgrade.
• Strong communicators who know how to build trust across all levels, from the shop floor to the boardroom.
• 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• Experience in a production, industrial, or manufacturing setting
• Strong grounding in compliance, employee relations, and team development
• SHRM certification strongly preferred

Compensation & Relocation

Base Salary Targeting around $100k - $115k, with flexibility for the right experience.

Bonus 10–15%, designed to be realistic and attainable.

Relocation Assistance available for qualified out-of-area candidates.

Location:

If you’re looking to move somewhere with access to nature, a strong sense of community, and a slower pace of life, Bangor might surprise you. It’s one of Maine’s larger cities—home to excellent schools, year-round outdoor recreation, and no long commutes. Just 2 hours north of Portland, Maine and 4 hours from Boston, Bangor offers small-city convenience with easy access to bigger hubs. For those with roots in New England or those ready for a change, it’s a move that can bring both career growth and quality of life.

Next Steps

If you're ready to lead HR at a company where your work will be seen, valued, and acted on—this is your opportunity. We’re moving quickly to identify the right leader for this role.

If the scope, autonomy, and location speak to you, don’t wait. Apply now!

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