Plant Human Resources Manager

at  Sonoco

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.
Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We’re extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people.
While reporting to the Associate Director, Human Resources - IPP, the Plant HR Manager is responsible for handling employee relations activities at designated branch plant locations as assigned. Responsibilities include; the understanding and application of Federal, State laws, such as, EEOC, FMLA, ADA, HIPPA, COBRA, NLRB, etc., and other legal requirements to protect the company against litigation and to maintain non-union status where applicable. Conducts surveys on employee morale, local wages/benefits, employment issues and develops reports and recommendations to management regarding these items.
Works with management to communicate, train, coach and assist employees in an effort to maintain effective employee morale. May assist with local hourly recruiting activities including diversity hiring, employee tracking and interviewing. Will advise and participate in employee and management counseling regarding company policies, procedures, legal requirements, employee performance, discipline, benefits, restructuring, etc.

• Plant culture, company values and Diversity, Equality and Inclusion initiatives.
• Long term HR goals and metrics for HR in the plant
• Training and development for plant personnel
• Talent review and performance management processes to sustain a culture of accountability
• Succession planning for all plant positions, including summer interns and Emerging Leaders
• Supporting development planning for all plant personnel designated as high-potential
• Employee recognition programs
• Community relations programs
• Plant compliance with Sonoco HR policy