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Human Resource Manager

New Kensington, PA

 

About Re:Build Manufacturing – New Kensington

Re:Build Manufacturing New Kensington is part of the Re:Build family of companies, located in New Kensington, PA. Capabilities in a wide variety of industries and materials allow our unique value proposition to bring exciting and advanced programs back to American Manufacturing.

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.

Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We’ve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we’re leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.

Who we are looking for

At Re:Build Manufacturing, people are at the center of how we build, grow, and operate. We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to serve as the primary Human Resources partner for an assigned site or group, operating in alignment with The Re:Build Way—a culture rooted in ownership, collaboration, continuous improvement, and respect for people.

This role owns the full lifecycle of HR support at the site level and acts as a trusted partner to leaders and employees. The HR Manager balances hands-on execution with thoughtful partnership, ensuring strong people practices while supporting Re:Build’s mission to revitalize American manufacturing.

You will work closely with site leadership and the centralized HQ HR function to deliver consistent, compliant, and scalable HR programs—while adapting them to the realities of a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

Why This Role Matters at Re:Build

This HR Manager plays a critical role in building strong teams, developing leaders, and creating an environment where people can do their best work. You will help translate Re:Build’s values into daily actions—supporting employees, strengthening leaders, and continuously improving how we operate.

What you get to do!

Be a Trusted Partner to Leaders & Employees

  • Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR-related matters, including policies, benefits, leave programs, and employee relations
  • Partner with site leaders to solve people challenges with a practical, business-minded, and employee-focused approach
  • Provide coaching and guidance on performance management, development conversations, and corrective action, advancing complex issues as needed
  • Build trust by handling sensitive situations with discretion, fairness, and integrity

Support Talent & Team Growth (The Re:Build Way)

  • Partner with Talent Acquisition to support hiring efforts, ensuring a strong and consistent candidate and new-hire experience
  • Lead and continuously improve onboarding and orientation to help new employees succeed quickly and feel connected to Re:Build’s mission
  • Conduct exit interviews and manage offboarding in a way that values feedback and supports continuous improvement
  • Actively support workforce planning, organizational design, and career development discussions at the site

Drive Performance, Development & Accountability

  • Facilitate the performance review process, providing clear tools, guidance, and training to managers and employees
  • Support performance improvement and development planning with a focus on clarity, accountability, and growth
  • Reinforce a culture of feedback, learning, and continuous improvement consistent with The Re:Build Way

Own Payroll, Compensation & Benefits with Precision

  • Process and generate payroll for the local site, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
  • Support compensation processes including job benchmarking, annual compensation planning, and wage and salary administration
  • Maintain compensation and payroll systems with accurate employee data
  • Lead open enrollment meetings and benefit communication sessions to ensure employees understand and value their total rewards

Maintain Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

  • Track and coordinate all leave of absence programs, including FMLA, STD, and LTD
  • Serve as a knowledgeable resource for managers and employees on employment policies and compliance matters (FMLA, COBRA, harassment prevention, etc.)
  • Assist in the preparation of site Affirmative Action Plans
  • Investigate workplace accidents and support required reporting and insurance documentation, partnering closely with site leadership to promote safety and accountability

Build Strong, Scalable HR Operations

  • Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data with a high standard of confidentiality and integrity
  • Create and maintain site-specific HR SOPs and handbook addenda aligned with Re:Build standards
  • Support HR reporting, metrics, and data analysis to inform decision-making
  • Assist with company events, site initiatives, and cross-functional projects
  • Partner with the HQ HR team to share standard processes and support enterprise-wide initiatives

What you bring to the Team

  • Bachelor’s degree, in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required. Plus 5 years of hands-on HR experience. Experience in manufacturing or operational environments is preferred.
  • Comprehensive HR knowledge, including employee relations, payroll, benefits, compliance, and performance management
  • Working knowledge of HRIS and payroll systems
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)
  • Clear, practical communicator who can build credibility with hourly employees, managers, and senior leaders
  • Sound judgment, high integrity, and proven track record to handle sensitive situations with discretion
  • Analytical approach with the ability to use data to inform decisions and improve processes
  • Project management skills and the ability to balance day-to-day execution with longer-term improvement

Location Requirement: On site at our New Kensington, PA manufacturing plant.

Compensation: Re:Build offers a competitive annual base salary, an annual performance-based cash bonus, and long-term incentive opportunities as part of our total rewards philosophy.

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@ReBuildmanufacturing.com or you may call us at 617.909.6275.

 

 

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