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Human Resources Manager Location: Waseca, MN (Onsite – Non-Negotiable) Compensation: $100,000 – $110,000 base + STI Bonus
The Opportunity We’re partnering with a global leader in connector and fiber optics solutions, and they’re seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead HR across three U.S. sites (Waseca, MN, IL, & FL). This is a high-impact role reporting directly to the Vice President of Human Resources, with the unique opportunity to be developed as her successor.
Why This Role Matters As HR Manager, you’ll be the on-site leader in Waseca, overseeing multi-site HR operations and serving as a strategic business partner to plant leadership and functional teams. You’ll be the bridge between employees and leadership, driving HR initiatives that shape culture, improve retention, and support growth.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day HR operations for Waseca, Lombard, and Melbourne sites, with direct influence on organizational culture and employee engagement.
Partner with plant leadership to coach, advise, and strengthen team effectiveness.
Drive recruiting, onboarding, performance management, succession planning, and career development.
Ensure compliance with federal/state labor laws, internal policies, and best practices.
Lead investigations, employee relations, and ethics training with consistency and integrity.
Support safety, wellness, and payroll oversight for Waseca operations.
Influence change and process improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
6–10+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in manufacturing.
Experience supporting multi-site operations and building strong cross-functional relationships.
Hands-on leader who balances tactical execution with strategic thinking.
Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior leadership.
Skilled in employee relations, compliance, performance management, and talent development.
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred; bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
What Success Looks Like
Trusted advisor and coach to plant and functional leaders.
Builder of strong employee engagement and retention strategies.
Driver of HR process improvements and scalable programs.
Viewed as a natural successor to the VP of HR — a leader ready to elevate HR across Cinch.
The Details
Salary Range: $100,000 – $110,000 base + STI bonus
Work Requirement: On-site in Waseca, MN (non-negotiable)
Develop and implement a strategic plan to grow the aftermarket parts and service business and work with the sales team to implement into existing customer dialogue
Lead a team of three direct reports (2 Parts Specialists and a Service Scheduler)
Oversee all service operations, including customer coordination and scheduling. Leverage existing third-party service providers and identify and secure new ones to expand the company’s service capabilities in key geographic areas.
Develop and promote new service offerings, such as service contracts, online ordering capabilities, parts sorting systems etc…
Explore innovative ways to make it easier for customers utilize aftermarket parts ordering and service requests
Requirements:
Proven leadership experience with a strong background in growing an aftermarket or field services team.
Degree in Engineering or related
7+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing or distribution segment
Willingness to travel approximately 50% during the first year.
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