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Human Resources Manager

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
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United States, Mississippi, Olive Branch
Jun 17, 2026
WE CREATE EMPOWERED LEADERS! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you access to everything you need to support the needs of our employees. Our Talent Management Team is committed to providing support, tools, programs, and innovative technologies that allow our leaders to build inclusive, high-performing teams. We achieve this by partnering with leadership to create proactive talent solutions to optimize the organization's short and long-term goals. Our focus on the employee experience enables us to attract, develop, engage, and retain people to their full potential. Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to enhance the people behind the biggest breakthroughs in industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen. Your Role on Our Team As the Human Resources Manager you will be excited by the variety of work and will thrive in this tremendously fast paced environment. You will enjoy working on many things at once and at a very quick pace. In this position, you will build collaborative relationships across the organization and will be a key influencer and trusted advisor in your role. Role Overview The Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing end-to-end talent support that drives organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and business performance. This role operates as a trusted advisor with an earned seat at the leadership table, influencing decisions through data, insight, and strong business acumen.In this role, you will be responsible for aligning Talent strategies to business goals, coaching senior leaders, and ensuring compliance while fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture. You'll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities: Strategic Business Partnership Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute Talent strategies aligned to short- and long-term business objectives Serve as a trusted advisor and influencer, providing guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership effectiveness Translate business needs into actionable Talent solutions, driving measurable impact Lead and influence change management initiatives across the organization Data Analytics & Insights Leverage workforce data (turnover, engagement, performance, succession, etc.) to identify trends and root causes Develop and deliver executive-level presentations and insights that inform decision-making Use analytics to proactively shape talent strategy, retention plans, and organizational health Drive accountability through metrics, scorecards, and ongoing business reviews Employee Relations & Legal Compliance Partner with local Employee Relations Team and leaders to navigate employee relations matters, providing clear guidance, coaching, and risk-based recommendations aligned with company policy and legal standards Serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring consistent application of policies, practices, and documentation across the organization Support resolution of employee concerns through consultation, influence, and partnership with leadership while maintaining fairness, consistency, and objectivity Support, or in some cases lead, employee investigations based on complexity and risk, ensuring thorough documentation, fact-based decision-making, and alignment with legal and compliance standards Drive leader accountability for proper documentation, consistency in decision-making, and adherence to policy Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies; proactively identify and mitigate potential risk areas Partner with local Employee Relations Team or Director of Talent Management on escalations, ensuring audit-ready documentation, defensible outcomes, and adherence to required processes and timelines Maintains a zero-tolerance approach to documentation gaps, ensuring all employee relations matters are documented timely, accurately, and completely Support local Employee Relations Partner(s) to ensure all cases, actions, and outcomes are audit-ready at any point, with clear rationale and supporting documentation Performance & Talent Management Drive performance management processes, including coaching, development planning, and performance improvement Facilitate talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership pipeline development Lead internal talent mobility efforts to align workforce capabilities with business needs Partner with leaders on promotions, compensation recommendations, and organizational structure Employee Experience & Engagement Support and execute engagement strategies (surveys, skip-levels, stay/exit interviews, action planning) Identify opportunities to enhance culture, retention, and employee experience Drive leader accountability for engagement outcomes and action plans Organizational Development & Change Partner with leadership and on occasion Talent Development to support organizational transitions and capability building Influence leadership behaviors that drive performance, inclusion, and culture Lead initiatives that strengthen bench strength and long-term workforce readiness The TOOLS you'll bring with you: Required Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) 7+ years of progressive HR/Talent experience, including business partnership/manager Proven experience partnering with senior leaders (Director+ level) Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, and compliance practices Advanced data analytics, reporting, and presentation skills Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making and drive results through others Exceptional communication skills (written, verbal, and executive-level storytelling with data) Other TOOLS we prefer you to have: Experience in distribution, or operations environments Experience leading organizational design or transformation initiatives Strong project management and change management capabilities Core Competencies Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen Executive Communication & Influence Strong Data-Driven Decision Making Time Management, Prioritizing, and Follow-up Attention to Detail Employee Relations Expertise Leadership Coaching & Development Change Leadership Organizational Effectiveness Integrity, Judgment, and Confidentiality What Success Looks Like Earns and maintains a credible, trusted seat at the table with senior leaders Drives measurable improvements in retention, engagement, and performance Anticipates business needs and proactively delivers talent solutions Builds strong leadership capability and organizational bench strength Balances strategic influence with operational execution in a fast-paced environment We reserve the right to make scheduling adjustments based on business need; the ideal candidate requires scheduling flexibility to meet the needs of the business across all shifts, and permanent schedule changes with reasonable notice. We provide these great perks and benefits: Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans Generous 401 (K) savings plan Education assistance On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service And many more, check out our benefits site HERE. Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation (-Milwaukee Tool-) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking to employ and advance in employment qualified persons without discrimination and to not allow harassment of any employee or applicant because of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, physical or mental disability, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, and any other status protected by local, state, or federal law. Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now