Human Resources Manager

Under the direction of the Site Human Resources Manager and in coordination with the local and broader HR Team, the Human Resources Advisor manages day-to-day HR operations and administers site and corporate HR policies, procedures and programs; advises and partners with leaders and team members on employee relations, performance management, succession planning and talent reviews; leads local engagement and community initiatives (e.g., internships, recognition, blood drives) to strengthen culture and retention; and drives recruitment, development and workforce planning activities that deliver a safe, high-performance workplace focused on quality, productivity and continuous improvement. Success in this role requires strong consultation and coaching skills, diagnostic and analytical problem-solving, customer service and advocacy, clear written and verbal communication, and collaborative cross functional partnership; flexible availability to provide evening support as needed.

The Human Resources Advisor is responsible for all or part of these areas:
* Performance management
* Organizational development
* Talent and succession planning processes
* Employment and compliance to regulatory concerns and reporting
* Employee orientation, development, and training
* Employee relations
* Employee communications
* Benefit inquiries
* Employee services and counseling
* Assisting with recruiting and staffing logistics

* Advisory & influence: Proven ability to consult, coach and influence managers and site leaders; track record as a trusted HR business partner.
* Data & systems literacy: Strong ability to analyze HR metrics and translate insights into practical recommendations; proficient with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
* Problem solving & systems thinking: Demonstrated systems-thinking and critical-thinking skills with experience developing scalable HR solutions that align to business needs.
* Communication & collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
* Performance management for assigned client groups: Lead succession planning and talent review activities for assigned client groups-identifying critical roles, developing talent pools and individual development plans-partnering with business leaders to assess bench strength and recommend targeted development, stretch assignments or external hires, and owning end-to-end performance management by advising managers on goalsetting, calibration, performance conversations, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and promotion/merit recommendations.
* Employee engagement & programs: Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating or running local HR programs or initiatives (e.g., internship programs, employee recognition events, community/blood drives, volunteering programs) and using those programs to drive engagement and retention.
* Culture: The Human Resources Advisor champions a positive, inclusive workplace culture-designing and leading engagement programs, recognition, and development initiatives that strengthen employee morale, drive retention, and align behaviors to safety and performance goals.
* Employee relations: Demonstrated experience conducting investigations, advising managers on corrective action and performance management, and resolving complex employee relations matters.
* Compliance knowledge: Working knowledge of employment law and regulatory requirements (e.g., EEOC, FLSA, ADA).
* Availability: Provide evening and weekend support, as needed.
*Projects: Demonstrated ability to lead HR process improvement projects or small cross-functional change initiatives.

* Experience in Organization Design, Talent Management, Compensation, Benefits, Expatriate Administration, or related HR specialty.
* Multi-site/global exposure: Experience supporting multi-site or global HR programs is a plus.
* Corporate HR exposure: Prior experience partnering with corporate HR functions (e.g., compensation, benefits administration, HRIS, policy development, or centralized/global HR programs) is preferred and should be noted on the resume.

* BS or BA required
* Minimum 5 years of total generalist experience, including at least 2 years of hands-on manufacturing site HR experience (site-level HR).
* Advanced degree in HR or related field and/or HR certification (PHR/SHRM-CP or equivalent); corporate HR exposure noted on resume is a plus

Eastman will not accept applicants for this offered position who require visa sponsorship, including those whose status is F-1 visa OPT who subsequently would require ongoing visa sponsorship.