Sr Manufacturing HR Lead

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

 

The Sr. Human Resources Lead for the Atlanta, GA asphalt and roofing facilities serves as a strategic partner to the Plant Leader, driving an inclusive culture, organizational effectiveness, employee and labor relations, and talent development. As a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, this role leads HR strategy and execution to support business growth, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. The Sr. HR Lead provides expert guidance on all human capital matters, ensuring alignment with best practices and business objectives.

 

Reports to:  Regional HR Leader – West with a dotted line to the Atlanta Plant Leader

 

Span of Control: 2 direct reports: Sr. HR Associate and Talent & Development Coordinator

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Developing and Executing HR Strategies

 

The Sr. HR Lead develops and implements talent strategies that elevate organizational capability and drive business results. This role partners with plant leadership to build accountable roles, foster a performance-driven culture, and ensure the right talent is in the right roles. Key responsibilities include:

 

• Collaboration with plant leadership to shape roles with clear accountability and growth opportunities
• Driving pay-for-performance through effective use of company’s talent systems and practices
• Building collaborative, engaged teams aligned to shared goals
• Supports safety and engagement initiatives ensuring that leaders and employees embody Owens Corning’s “Safer Together” brand
• Leads employee relations to ensure high plant and employee performance while ensuring consistent execution of company policy and practices
• Diagnosing performance gaps and implementing innovative solutions to fill those gaps
• Contributing to broader business strategy beyond HR

 

Leading, Engaging, and Developing Talent

 

The Sr. HR Lead builds a high-performing, inclusive culture by coaching leaders, accelerating talent development, and driving effective recruitment and onboarding. This role ensures the organization has the right people in the right roles to meet current and future needs, leveraging internal and external resources to maximize capability.

 

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving recruitment strategies that enhance employer brand and candidate experience
• Creating an inclusive environment that empowers employees to thrive
• Leading training, onboarding, and development programs, including partnerships with local institutions
• Investing in the growth and development of the HR team
• Overseeing new hire training and ensuring new hires have a positive on-boarding experience
• Coaching leaders on OC Leadership Capabilities and performance management
• Facilitating employee engagement and recognition initiatives
• Acting as a trusted advisor on organizational and talent matters
• Partners with the plant leadership team to improve plant organizational results by measuring and assessing performance, diagnosing problems and implementing solutions.
• Supporting communication strategies that align and inspire teams
• Promoting cross-functional collaboration to elevate plant performance

 

Fostering a Positive Employee Relations Environment

 

The Sr. HR Lead cultivates a diverse, collaborative, and high-performing workplace where employees are empowered to drive business success. This role ensures compliance, strengthens community ties, and positions Owens Corning as an employer of choice.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating an inclusive, engaged culture with clear ownership and accountability
• Ensuring talent is selected, trained, and equipped to meet performance expectations and business needs
• Monitoring labor activity and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations
• Establishing Owens Corning as an employer of choice in the Atlanta market