The Opportunity
A leading national distributor is seeking a dynamic HR Manager, Projects to join its operational HR team. This high-impact role is split 50/50 between network-wide strategic HR initiatives and hands-on facility leadership. You will travel to regional distribution locations to provide leadership coverage during leadership vacancies or leaves, while also leading strategic projects that elevate the employee experience across the network.
About the Company
Our client is a large, growing national distribution business with an extensive North American footprint and a broad, evolving network of customers and operations. With continued business growth and ongoing investment in its people, facilities, and capabilities, the company offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization focused on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and long-term growth.
Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs.
Location
This is a hybrid role based in Harrisburg, PA. The role requires up to 50% travel to distribution center locations across the network to provide on-site HR support as needs arise.
What You Will Do
- Lead Full-Cycle HR Support: Provide comprehensive HR support across multiple distribution center locations, including high-volume hourly and salaried recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, employee engagement, training and development, and employee initiatives.
- Partner with Operations Leadership: Work closely with operational leaders to support workforce effectiveness, reinforce consistent and fair application of policies and procedures, and address day-to-day employee and organizational needs.
- Support Compliance and Risk Management: Oversee key HR processes related to workers compensation, unemployment claims, timekeeping audits, and workplace safety in partnership with Operations. Ensure HR practices align with applicable employment laws and regulations across multiple locations.
- Drive HR Programs and Process Improvement: Lead and support projects that strengthen the employee experience, standardize HR practices, and improve operational effectiveness across the organization.
- Adapt Across Multiple Locations: Provide flexible HR coverage and project support based on business needs, quickly learning local practices and adapting to the unique needs of each facility while maintaining consistency across the broader organization.
Who You Are
- Experience & Industry Background: 5+ years of progressive HR generalist or management experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment, supporting operational hourly employees and frontline supervisors.
- Core Competencies & Autonomy: Strong critical thinking skills with the demonstrated ability to step into a facility independently, take immediate operational ownership, and partner effectively with site leadership.
- Travel Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% across the distribution center network to provide on-site coverage and support.
- Leave & Compliance Administration: Practical knowledge of federal/state employment laws and direct experience actively managing Workers Compensation cases, FMLA, ADA accommodations, and overall leave programs.
- Employee Relations & Coaching: Proven ability to objectively coach and counsel team members and management through complex, difficult, and high-intensity workplace situations.
- Relationship Building: Demonstrated success building strong, collaborative relationships across staff, internal departments, corporate offices, and external partners.
- Organization & Drive: Excellent organizing, prioritizing, multitasking, and problem-solving skills with a high sense of urgency and sound judgment.
- Technical & System Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and enterprise HRIS / timekeeping systems.
- Education & Languages: Bachelor s degree preferred; fluency in English required, with bilingual (English/Spanish) capabilities considered a strong plus.
Preferred Experience:
- Project Management: Experience leading or contributing to HR projects, process improvements, or program implementation is a plus
Why Join the Team?
Team members enjoy a collaborative culture that empowers its people, invests in their development, and gives back to the community with the unique opportunity to shape HR practices across a growing national logistics network. You will receive a competitive compensation package alongside comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, tuition assistance, home office reimbursement, employee purchase discounts, and career advancement programs.
About Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search
Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search is a leading provider of Executive Search, Leadership, Individual Contributor, and Contingent Workforce Solutions, empowering businesses to achieve their strategic objectives through expert talent acquisition. Our specialties include sales, marketing, finance/accounting and operations hiring. With a commitment to excellence and a deep understanding of market trends, Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search helps organizations build high-performing teams and navigate complex workforce challenges. Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search specializes in U.S. Hiring for Global Businesses.