Human Resources Manager in Milton Keynes

This role plays a key part in driving the people strategy at plant level, strengthening leadership capability, and ensuring consistent, efficient HR service delivery. You will partner closely with plant leadership to align local priorities with global HR strategy, support operational excellence, and foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Ensure plant leaders model company values, uphold policies, effectively manage teams, and drive a culture of accountability.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leaders, offering proactive guidance on complex HR and employee issues.
• Lead local communication strategy to the team, feedback mechanisms, and recognition for team and KPI performance; drive Dearness, Inclusivity & Diversity culture and practices.
• Own HR Service Delivery Issues in the Plant – bridge on escalation/systemic delivery issues.
• Track and analyze People KPIs and provide workforce insights to help leaders make informed decisions about staffing, productivity, and engagement.
• Manage local talent acquisition activity as necessary, including process steps, interviews for some roles, and advise on selection of best talent.
• Advise leaders on onboarding plan and execute local HR onboarding for new employees, managing activities and planning for joining Ball and taking active steps to successfully integrate into the team.
• Guide supervisors on performance management programs, address performance issues, and recognize achievements; execute Total Rewards programs, advise on compensation matters aligned with company processes/tools, and support annual compensation processes.
• Leverage skills assessment resources to identify gaps and align Global training programs with business needs. Lead activities for activating technical and leadership skills and ensure compliance with Global training programs.
• Handle grievances, resolve conflicts, and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Utilize a targeted approach that fits the market needs.
• Own leadership development focus, talent planning and talent review process for the location to ensure critical talent pipeline.
• Align staffing levels with production demands and address labor gaps.
• Negotiate and manage collective bargaining agreements and resolve labor disputes; engage with works council as necessary.
• Promote active participation in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Kaizen) and utilize the recognition system to reinforce desired behaviors.
• Ensure adherence to labor laws, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Drive adoption of HR service tools and empower the team to seek solutions through company platforms.
• Perform general administrative tasks related to local HR administration and/or daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Solid experience in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist role, ideally in manufacturing or a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, labor law, and HR processes.
• Experience working in a matrix organization.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and build strong relationships at all levels.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Data‑driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into action.
• English (written and verbal).
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation.