Human Resources Operations Supervisor
Saint-Gobain, Faribault, MN, United States
Why Do We Need You?
The HR Operations Supervisor serves as a trusted, strategic HR partner within a complex, multishift manufacturing environment. This role delivers advanced HR support across employee relations, compliance, workforce planning, performance management, and organizational development. The HR Supervisor plays a key role in supporting frontline leadership, strengthening plant culture, enabling operational performance, and driving continuous improvement.
Grounded in Saint-Gobain's Values and TEC culture, the HR Operations Supervisor models Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration by building strong relationships, elevating leadership capability, and helping create a safe, inclusive, high-performing workplace.
Employee Relations
Act as a primary advisor for complex employee relations issues, providing guidance, coaching, and conflict resolution support to leaders and employees.
Conduct independent, thorough ER investigations and recommend solutions that reduce risk and reinforce fairness and respect.
Serve as a culture champion, fostering open communication, psychological safety, and trust.
Compliance
Provide guidance on employment law, policy interpretation, and compliance risk management.
Lead compliance activities such as audit preparation, recordkeeping reviews, and regulatory reporting.
Ensure HR practices align with legal standards and Saint-Gobain Values, empowering leaders to make informed decisions.
Leadership
Actively participate in Gemba walks at manufacturing sites to observe operations, engage with employees, and gather insights on workplace culture and employee needs, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a collaborative environment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support World Class Manufacturing (WCM) initiatives by participating in training sessions, facilitating employee engagement, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement to enhance operational efficiency and workforce development.
Is This Job For You?
Required Qualifications
4+ years of experience as a Human Resources Generalist
Deep knowledge of employment law, HR strategy, and frontline leadership support
Strong communication, coaching, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated ability to influence leaders, manage complex employee relations situations, and lead HR initiatives
Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
3+ years of supervisory experience
3+ years of experience in a union environment
Experience with UKG/Kronos
SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification
About Us
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Benefits
Certain locations require pay information to be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $92,000 to $142,000 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 12% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $103,040 to $159,040. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and are not a guarantee.
Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:
Health and Wellbeing
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child & Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
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The HR Operations Supervisor serves as a trusted, strategic HR partner within a complex, multishift manufacturing environment. This role delivers advanced HR support across employee relations, compliance, workforce planning, performance management, and organizational development. The HR Supervisor plays a key role in supporting frontline leadership, strengthening plant culture, enabling operational performance, and driving continuous improvement.
Grounded in Saint-Gobain's Values and TEC culture, the HR Operations Supervisor models Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration by building strong relationships, elevating leadership capability, and helping create a safe, inclusive, high-performing workplace.
Employee Relations
Act as a primary advisor for complex employee relations issues, providing guidance, coaching, and conflict resolution support to leaders and employees.
Conduct independent, thorough ER investigations and recommend solutions that reduce risk and reinforce fairness and respect.
Serve as a culture champion, fostering open communication, psychological safety, and trust.
Compliance
Provide guidance on employment law, policy interpretation, and compliance risk management.
Lead compliance activities such as audit preparation, recordkeeping reviews, and regulatory reporting.
Ensure HR practices align with legal standards and Saint-Gobain Values, empowering leaders to make informed decisions.
Leadership
Actively participate in Gemba walks at manufacturing sites to observe operations, engage with employees, and gather insights on workplace culture and employee needs, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a collaborative environment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support World Class Manufacturing (WCM) initiatives by participating in training sessions, facilitating employee engagement, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement to enhance operational efficiency and workforce development.
Is This Job For You?
Required Qualifications
4+ years of experience as a Human Resources Generalist
Deep knowledge of employment law, HR strategy, and frontline leadership support
Strong communication, coaching, facilitation, and relationship-building skills
Demonstrated ability to influence leaders, manage complex employee relations situations, and lead HR initiatives
Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
3+ years of supervisory experience
3+ years of experience in a union environment
Experience with UKG/Kronos
SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification
About Us
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Benefits
Certain locations require pay information to be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $92,000 to $142,000 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 12% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $103,040 to $159,040. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and are not a guarantee.
Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:
Health and Wellbeing
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child & Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
#J-18808-Ljbffr