Human Resources Business Services Manager

As a Human Resources Business Services Manager, you will manage all HR activities for the Sylmar, CA site and be a strategic advisor for plant leadership through progressive HR practices. You will drive all HR functions, drive strategic initiatives, maintain our union-free workplace, lead special projects, setting goals, design thinking, data analysis, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Reporting directly to the HR Business Services Cluster Leader, to lead plans in organizational development, workforce planning, and talent strategy, with a focus on innovation, and future readiness. This role is designed for a HR professional who is ready to grow into a more advanced leadership role and may relocate to support broader organizational needs.

PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.

Main Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with plant and functional leaders to align HR strategies with team goals, focusing on talent development, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.
• Lead change plans and organizational development programs that foster a culture of innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Identify talent and support career pathing, succession planning, and leadership development programs.
• Use HR analytics to identify trends, forecast workforce needs, and guide strategic decisions.
• Champion employee engagement strategies, and feedback mechanisms to create a inclusive workplace.
• Maintain union free work environment.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and manage risk.
• Partner with COEs (Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development) to create integrated HR solutions.
• Lead or contribute to enterprise-wide HR projects, including digital transformation, HR tech adoption, and process optimization.
• Demonstrate flexibility and openness to future relocation opportunities aligned with career progression and our needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's Degree preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including strategic HRBP or OD roles.
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR strongly preferred.
• Experience with Workday or similar HRIS platforms.
• Experience in manufacturing or operations environments.
• Exposure to union avoidance strategies and employee relations.
• Design thinking or HR methodology experience.
• Bilingual capabilities.
• Willingness to relocate within 2-4 years for career advancement.

The base salary range for this position is $127,000 to $140,000+.

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