Position Title:

HR Manager

Pay Range:

$120,500 - $160,700

Physical Location:

Pine Hill, AL Mill

The Job You Will Perform:

• Provides HR Support for approximately 450+/- employees in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• The HR Manager is an integral part of the Mill’s Lead Team and the Manufacturing HR Team.
• As the HR Leader of the facility, the position provides functional coordination and direction of all human resources programs in the mill.
• Has responsibility for the continuous improvement and measurement of the effectiveness of the mill human resources organization.
• Acts with manufacturing management in instituting work system improvements which positively impact business profitability. Champion of LMS/LCMS systems and process.
• Create staffing, selection, training and development plans to build teams that fully contribute to achieving business goals.
• Foster environment focused on alignment, engagement, and execution to accomplish key business objectives.
• Educate and coach management and others on Company policies and work rules.
• Champion leadership and people development processes.
• Develops and ensures implementation of an employee relations strategy. Coordinate closely with employee relations and business HR leadership to insure alignment and support.
• Accountable for mill Affirmative Action Programs and compliance.
• Diversity Champion for the Mill.
• Researches and introduces human resources best practice concepts to ensure that the organization is utilizing leading edge human resources technology and pro-actively considering and implementing new strategies. Shares best practices across the organization.
• Promote and participate in the planning and implementation of communication strategies which deliver accurate, consistent and timely information on business issues and employee concerns.
• Proactive internal consultant to Lead Team.

The Skills You Will Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree required, MHR preferred
• 5 – 7 years Human Resources and/or related business experience, 7+ years preferred.
• Strong union experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Requires a strong blend of change management, labor relations, and employee relations skills

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

• Paid time off including Vacation and Holidays
• Retirement and 401k Matching Program
• Medical & Dental
• Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement)
• Life & Disability Insurance

The Career You Will Build:

• Leadership training
• Promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were $19.4 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range.