Onsite Recruiter / HR Manager (Union Environment)

Position Overview
Malace|HR is seeking a dynamic and experienced Onsite Recruiter / HR Manager to support our fully outsourced workforce solutions. In this role, you will lead all recruiting operations for a 100% Malace|HR-employed workforce, while serving as the primary on-site representative of Malace|HR.
This position requires a strong background in high-volume recruiting, employee relations, and union engagement. You will act as the key liaison between Malace|HR, the client leadership team, and the local union—ensuring a compliant, productive, and positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Workforce Planning

Lead full-cycle, high-volume recruitment efforts for hourly manufacturing roles
Develop and execute sourcing strategies to meet aggressive hiring targets
Partner with operations leadership to forecast workforce needs and maintain optimal staffing levels
Manage onboarding processes, including orientation and new hire integration

HR Operations & Employee Relations

Serve as the primary HR contact for all onsite employees
Address employee concerns, conduct investigations, and resolve workplace issues
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws
Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation

Union Relations

Act as the primary liaison between Malace|HR and the local union
Administer and interpret the collective bargaining agreement (CBA)
Participate in grievance procedures, disciplinary meetings, and union discussions
Build and maintain a collaborative relationship with union representatives

Client & Stakeholder Partnership

Serve as the on-site face of Malace|HR to the client
Provide regular reporting on staffing metrics, turnover, and HR trends
Collaborate with client leadership to improve workforce performance and retention

Compliance & Performance Management

Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and labor agreements
Support performance management processes, including coaching and disciplinary actions
Monitor attendance, turnover, and productivity trends and implement improvement strategies

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in recruiting and/or HR management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Required: Experience working in a unionized environment and managing union relationships
Strong knowledge of labor laws, employee relations, and HR best practices
Proven ability to manage high-volume hiring initiatives
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to work independently in an onsite, fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience with outsourced workforce models or staffing agencies
Familiarity with collective bargaining agreements and grievance processes
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)

Locatoin: Pennsauken, NJ
Salary: $65,000 - $75,000

Onsite Recruiter/HR Manager