HR Manager

Location:

Gainesville, GA, US, 30504 Career area:
Human Resources Department:
Human Resources Job Type: Permanent Apply by:
February 13, 2026

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

The HR Manager is responsible for leading the human resources function, ensuring compliance with labor laws, company policies, and collective bargaining agreements (CBA), if applicable. This role serves as a strategic partner to facility leadership, driving workforce planning, labor relations, employee engagement, talent acquisition, performance management, and compliance to support business objectives. The HR Manager will also play a key role in fostering a high-performance culture while mitigating risks.

• Manage or oversee dispute resolution process with involved parties.
• Determine effective strategies for addressing future needs in the marketplace.
• Drive the Performance Management and Succession Planning Process.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and company values, and the Hydro policies and procedures.
• Administer all aspects of salaried and hourly payroll and job evaluation process.
• Serves as driving force and an enabler to provide proactive change management practices and help drive the Safety Culture at the facility.
• Develop and support people systems to promote the lean manufacturing culture.
• Proactively provide consultation to management regarding changes that effect employee relations.

Required Education/Experience
:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, including at least 2 years in a unionized setting (if applicable).
• Experience in collective bargaining, workforce planning, HR compliance, and talent management required.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications
:

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR, Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP) or other union/labor relations certifications a plus.
• Bi-lingual proficiency is a plus.

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law.

We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide