Junior Human Resource Manager Jobs in Houston, TX

The HR Manager will serve as a strategic partner to plant leadership while remaining deeply hands-on in execution. This role requires someone who can operate at speed, manage competing priorities, and build scalable HR processes while supporting a workforce that includes high-volume hourly employees, skilled trades, and leadership roles. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the primary HR partner for plant leadership, supervisors, and employees across all functions

• Support workforce growth aligned with plant ramp timelines and production demands

• Maintain strong floor presence and accessibility to employees and leadership

• Balance strategic HR initiatives with hands-on daily execution

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Manage employee relations issues including coaching, counseling, conflict resolution, and investigations

• Partner with managers to drive performance management processes including feedback, corrective actions, and terminations

• Ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and disciplinary actions

• Promote a positive, accountable, and high-performance culture

Onboarding, Engagement & Retention

• Support onboarding processes for new hires to ensure strong integration into the organization

• Partner with Recruiting and Operations to ensure smooth hiring-to-start transitions

• Drive employee engagement initiatives and retention strategies in a high-volume workforce environment

• Monitor turnover trends and implement actions to improve retention

Compliance & HR Operations

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations

• Maintain accurate employee records, documentation, and HR systems

• Support audits, reporting, and compliance requirements

• Enforce company policies and ensure alignment with operational practices

Workforce Planning & Staffing Support

• Partner with Recruiting and plant leadership to support hiring plans and workforce forecasting

• Align HR processes with staffing needs across shifts, departments, and job functions

• Support hiring events, onboarding sessions, and workforce ramp initiatives

• Help identify workforce risks and develop mitigation plans

Compensation, Benefits & Employee Support

• Support administration of compensation programs, hourly wages, and job classifications

• Assist employees with benefits-related questions and HR inquiries

• Partner with leadership on compensation alignment and internal equity considerations

• Support payroll coordination and issue resolution as needed

Training & Development

• Support leadership development and supervisor training initiatives

• Ensure compliance with required training programs including safety, onboarding, and policy training

• Identify skill gaps and support development plans across the workforce

• Partner with Operations to improve frontline leadership capability

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Safety, Operations, Finance, and Leadership teams to support plant objectives

• Support workers’ compensation, return-to-work programs, and incident management

• Align HR processes with operational priorities and plant performance goals

Metrics & Continuous Improvement

• Track and report HR metrics including turnover, absenteeism, headcount, time-to-fill, and employee engagement

• Identify trends and implement improvements to HR processes and workforce outcomes

• Support scalable HR systems and practices as the plant grows

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred

• 5–10+ years of HR experience, with strong experience in manufacturing, industrial, or high-volume environments

• Proven experience supporting hourly workforces, skilled trades, and plant leadership

• Strong employee relations and performance management experience

• Knowledge of labor laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with competing priorities

• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting new plant launches or rapid workforce expansion

• Background in contract manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial operations

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred based on local labor market

• Experience with HRIS systems such as ADP, Workday, or similar platforms

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred

GTI Energy offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match (where applicable)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements

• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

• Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization

• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects

• Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership

• Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.