HR Manager
Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana (Onsite with regional travel to Texas)
Position Summary
An experienced, strategic, and hands-on HR leader is needed to guide and modernize HR practices across multiple locations in Louisiana and Texas. This role offers the opportunity to mentor operational teams, implement meaningful people initiatives, and serve as a key member of the leadership team. This is the top HR role in the organization and provides the autonomy and influence to make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead company-wide HR strategy and initiatives across multiple operational sites
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, managers, and employees on all HR matters
- Develop and implement policies, training programs, and compliance standards
- Support and coach operations leaders in employee relations and performance management
- Evaluate current HR systems and vendors to identify modernization opportunities
- Champion company culture and drive employee engagement and retention strategies
- Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and industry standards
- Travel regularly to sites across Texas and Louisiana to support and connect with teams
First-Year Objectives
- Build genuine, valued relationships across all levels of the organization and be recognized as the HR, compliance, and people development expert
- Continuously assess and improve employee engagement and retention efforts
- Identify opportunities to modernize HR systems and platforms and streamline processes
Qualifications
- 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibilities
- Experience in multi-site, operational environments preferred
- Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practices
- Proven ability to lead HR strategy while also handling tactical execution
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to travel regularly within the region (Louisiana and Texas)
Compensation
A competitive and comprehensive compensation package will be offered, based on experience and qualifications.
Work Environment
- This is a full-time, onsite role based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The role requires regular regional travel to other operational sites in Texas.