Job Description

Job Title

HR Manager I

Job Category

Human Resources

Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented HR Manager I based at our Counterbalance Development Center (CBDC) in Portland, Oregon.

This position leads HR for an onsite product development organization of about 300 employees and serves as a strategic partner to site leadership. The HR Manager integrates strategic thinking, business acumen, and day-to-day HR leadership across recruiting, talent, performance management, employee engagement, compliance and organizational effectiveness.

The ideal candidate is a practical, empathetic leader, and trusted advisor to senior leaders. This person builds strong relationships, provides coaching, and fosters a collaborative environment that supports quality, innovation, and a customer-focused culture.

What you will do:

Partnership & Business Acumen

• Partner with site and business leaders to align on business objectives each day to provide HR guidance on workforce planning, employee relations, performance, and organizational needs.
• Demonstrate agility by adapting HR approaches to evolving business conditions, priorities, and workforce needs.

Talent & Organizational Effectiveness

• Lead core talent activities, including recruiting support, workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, and onboarding for new hires.

Problem Solving & Employee Relations

• Coach managers through employee issues, team challenges, and development opportunities while helping create a positive, high-performing work environment.

Operational Excellence & Compliance

• Oversee day-to-day HR operations such as benefits support, policy interpretation, and compliance with employment laws and company practices.

Change Management & Agility

• Support organizational changes and site initiatives by helping leaders communicate effectively, manage transitions, and reinforce company culture.

Who you are:

• Builds trust quickly and forms strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Communicates with clarity, confidence, and empathy in both sensitive conversations and everyday interactions.
• Coaches and influences leaders effectively while balancing support, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Approaches challenges with emotional intelligence, professionalism, and the ability to navigate complex situations with discretion.
• Brings a collaborative, practical mindset that helps align people needs with business priorities.

What you will need:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; an advanced degree or HR certification is preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including substantial experience in HR Business Partner roles.

Skills, Experience & Abilities

• Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, or other technical teams is helpful in this role.
• Strong HR experience in areas such as leadership coaching, talent development, employee relations, compliance, and benefits.
• Experience working in a matrixed or global organization is a plus.

Who we are:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc., designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks, aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, has been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale, please visit hyster-yalecareers.com.

What we offer:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

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Job Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time40

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HY US Portland, OR

Address

4000 NE Blue Lake Road

Zip Code

97024-8710

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled