Sr Manufacturing HR Lead

at OWENS CORNING CORPORATE SERVICES, LLC in Summit ArgoSummit, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Sr Manufacturing HR Lead

Location(s):
Summit, IL, US, 60501-0907

Function:
 
 Human Resources

Audience:
 
 Experienced Professional

Work Arrangement:
 
 On Site

Requisition ID:
 
 68764

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Sr. Human Resources Lead for the Summit, IL facility 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 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 Summit 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 Summit market
Building strong relationships with community and political stakeholders
Representing Owens Corning in local affairs and community events
Leveraging employee engagement as a platform for internal and external communications

HR Functional Leadership

The Sr. HR Lead provides strategic HR insight to shape organizational design, talent investment, and workforce planning. As a trusted business partner, this role models fair treatment, supports leadership development, and drives future-ready capability building.
Key responsibilities include:
Advising on organizational structure, work design, and talent needs
Coaching leaders on employee development and growth planning
Modeling and promoting fair, inclusive leadership practices
Using capability modeling to guide skill development and workforce planning
Actively contributing to business team strategy... For full info follow application link.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.