Head of Medical Human Resources

Job Description
Title: Manager, HR
Team:
Phoenix HR
Manager, HR
On-site
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday, standard business hours | Schedule may vary based on business needs. Occasional support outside normal business hours may be required to support plant operations, employee matters, and global coordination.

Benefits

LG Energy Solution offers a competitive total rewards package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees
, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and additional voluntary benefits. LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology, delivering innovative battery solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS).

With expanding operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability while powering the future of clean energy. Join our team and help shape the next generation of advanced battery technology. The Human Resources Manager serves as the on-site HR leader for the Phoenix manufacturing facility and is responsible for leading and executing site-level human resources operations in alignment with company policies, corporate HR strategy, and applicable employment laws.

This position partners closely with plant leadership and Corporate HR functions to support workforce planning, recruiting and staffing in partnership with Talent Acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation processes, training and development, compliance, and overall employee engagement. The HR Manager serves as a key liaison between the Phoenix site and Corporate HR leadership in Holland, Michigan, ensuring consistent application of HR programs and practices while addressing the operational needs of the local facility.

The HR Manager also provides leadership, coaching, and development to assigned on-site HR team members and supports the continued development and improvement of HR processes as the Phoenix operation grows. Serve as the primary on-site HR partner for Phoenix plant leadership, managers, supervisors, and employees. Serve as the primary HR escalation point for complex employee relations, policy, compliance, and workforce matters at the Phoenix facility, escalating significant matters to Corporate HR leadership as appropriate.

Partner with Corporate HR and site leadership to implement HR strategies, policies, programs, and processes in alignment with organizational objectives. Support workforce planning and staffing needs for hourly and salaried positions in partnership with Talent Acquisition and functional leadership. Provide guidance to leaders regarding employee relations, performance concerns, workplace conduct, attendance, policy interpretation, and corrective action. Manage and support employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes.

Support implementation of company performance management programs, including goal setting, performance reviews, feedback cycles, promotions, and related processes. Coordinate with appropriate HR functions to ensure effective new hire orientation, onboarding, and integration of employees into the Phoenix facility. Support employee engagement, retention, communication, and workplace culture initiatives. Coordinate and monitor required HR, compliance, leadership, and job-related training in partnership with applicable departments and subject matter experts.

Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and company HR policies. Oversee site HR administrative requirements, including Form I-9 processes, employment documentation, and appropriate maintenance of confidential employee records. Maintain accurate HR documentation and support internal audits, compliance reviews, and reporting requirements. Analyze workforce trends, employee relations matters, turnover, staffing, and other HR metrics to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.

Partner with Corporate HR in Holland, Michigan, to maintain consistency across HR practices while addressing Phoenix-specific operational requirements. Build effective relationships with Production, Quality, Safety, General Affairs, and other site functions to support business and workforce needs. Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, communication, employee experience, and operational effectiveness.

Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards

Lead by example by demonstrating LG Energy Solution’s Core Values, policies, standards, and expected leadership behaviors in all actions and decisions. Foster a safe, respectful, inclusive, and accountable work environment and ensure employees understand expectations for safety, quality, attendance, performance, and workplace conduct. Set clear goals, responsibilities, and performance expectations for employees and hold team members accountable for results.

Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, recognition, and development to strengthen employee performance, capability, and engagement. Complete performance management activities accurately and on time, including goal setting, check-ins, performance evaluations, development planning, and corrective action when appropriate. Support workforce planning, staffing, scheduling, and resource decisions to ensure appropriate coverage and achievement of business objectives.

Address employee concerns, performance issues, attendance concerns, and workplace conduct matters promptly and consistently, partnering with Human Resources when appropriate. escalate significant risks or issues appropriately; Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, or a related field. Previous experience leading, supervising, or providing functional leadership to HR team members. Demonstrated experience handling employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and corrective action.

Experience partnering directly with managers and senior leaders on HR and workforce matters. Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR compliance requirements.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively in a fast-paced environment.
6+ years of progressive human resources experience.
~ Experience serving as an HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or senior HR practitioner within a manufacturing facility.
~ Experience supporting both hourly and salaried employee populations.
~ Experience working within a multi-site or matrixed HR organization.
~ Experience supporting a growing or start-up manufacturing operation.
~ Experience with HRIS, applicant tracking, payroll, performance management, and other HR technology platforms.
~ Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
~ Korean language proficiency is a plus.

HR Business Partnership
Employee Relations
Performance Management
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
HR Compliance & Employment Law
Coaching & Consultation
Change Management
Stakeholder Management
Organizational & Workforce Planning
Data Analysis & HR Reporting
Process Improvement
Work is primarily performed in office and manufacturing environments. Regular interaction with employees, contractors, business travelers, site leadership, and global stakeholders. Frequent use of computers, phones, and other standard office equipment.

Ability to navigate office and manufacturing areas while supporting employees and business operations. Must comply with applicable safety requirements and use required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated manufacturing areas. LG Energy Solution is an

Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
LG Energy Solution provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities as required by applicable law.