HR Manager

Location/Region: Columbus, Ohio

Work Style: On-Site

Allied Mineral Products

We are not looking for employees, we are looking for owners! We are proud to be an employee-owned company where every employee has a vested interest in the success of the organization. As an employee-owned company, Allied currently contributes 25% of annual earnings to your individual employee retirement account each year.

Since our founding in 1961, Allied Mineral Products has grown into a leading global producer of monolithic refractory ceramics. We design comprehensive refractory systems to help customers optimize their equipment life and minimize downtime. Our sales, research, engineering, and manufacturing teams provide unmatched customer service and deliver custom engineering services.

Allied is powered by talented employees who work in a productive, strategic, and collaborative culture. The Allied Way has a lot of meaning, and a lot of history. Above all, we are dedicated to “being there worldwide with advanced ceramic and engineered solutions.”

Allied has a strong worldwide presence with over 1,200 employees globally. We have 8 precast shape and 14 manufacturing facilities in 8 countries. Our customer base covers more than 100 countries in multiple industries.

We are seeking highly motivated individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic.

If your goals and values align with Allied’s, we want you to join our team.

About This Position

The HR Manager leads a team of dedicated human resources professionals committed to delivering exceptional service and support to both employees and organizational leaders. They serve as a strategic partner to leadership and a trusted resource for employees. This role oversees the entire employee life cycle - from recruitment and onboarding to offboarding - while fostering a harmonious, inclusive, and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Oversees the HR team, including setting performance standards, evaluating staff, and supporting team members’ growth and development
• Leads full-cycle recruitment efforts, including marketing, sourcing, interviewing, selection, and hiring for both salaried and hourly positions
• Responsible for the co-op program and talent pipelines for salaried and hourly positions
• Develops and oversees onboarding programs to ensure successful integration of new hires
• Serves as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters and recommends appropriate actions in response to performance and conduct issues
• Strives to ensure fair and consistent application of Allied’s policies
• Guides leaders in understanding and modeling the Allied Way
• Leads event planning and internal community building activities
• Maintains communication channels and ensures employees feel heard and valued
• Continuously assesses, evolves, and optimizes HR operations including systems, processes, workflows, and service delivery
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Supports administration of absence management including FMLA, Personal Leaves, etc.
• Ensures progressive HR policies and responds to evolving workforce needs
• Leads research, projects, and other activates
  
  

Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related field
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience with expertise in Employee Relations and Staffing
• At least 5 years of experience leading and developing a high performing team
• Proven experience supporting manufacturing operations
• Ability to consult and influence leaders at various levels
• Experience mediating disputes, navigating sensitive conversations, and building trust
• Experience implementing creative strategies to attract and retain talent
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A customer focus mindset and ability to be both strategic and hands-on
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification is preferred
• Experience with HR systems and ATS platforms
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred
  
  

Total Rewards

• Competitive base pay
• As an employee-owned company, Allied currently contributes 25% of annual earnings (base pay and profit sharing) to your individual employee retirement account each year
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision programs
• 401K program
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term disability
• Flexible work schedules
  
  

Career Growth

• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Education reimbursement for continued learning
  
  

Allied Mineral Products Holding, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled