Copeland

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. 

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Job Description

If you are an experienced and high-reaching human resources leader with a desire to help build a world-class and sustainability-focused business, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Lebanon, MO location, the Human Resources Manager role will enjoy an array of duties that will broaden your Human Resource skills and competencies. You will support an inclusive culture that emphasizes the values of safety and continuous improvement.

As a Human Resources Manager, You Will:

• Lead the Human Resources function, including but not limited to, talent management, learning & development, employee relations and engagement, rewards & recognition and HR operations.

• Deliver results in first-time situations by inspiring others, working to earn trust every day and consistently demonstrating the highest degree of integrity and ethical conduct.

• Administer and oversee compensation, benefits and leave processes.

• Interpret and apply HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistency while providing solutions that balance business and employee needs in compliance with company policy.

• Develop and implement learning and development activities that support the business strategy and site-level needs.

• Promote and foster a healthy working environment; raising awareness to available programs that support and assist employees.

• Aim to continuously improve the effectiveness and efficiency of HR service delivery.

• Collaborate with, and actively participate and contribute to, the Copeland enterprise Human Resources initiatives.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree required, with HR related major preferred, plus a minimum of five (5) years of related experience

• Experience leading a team of HR professionals

• Required knowledge of applicable state and federal employment and labor laws and governmental compliance requirements

• Experience in completing HR processes, including salary planning, discipline, policy administration, ethics investigations and employee engagement initiatives

• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively connect with senior leaders, internal customers, and the community

• Ability to produce quality results in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems

• Legal Authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role

Preferred Education, Experience & Skills:

• Related Master’s or MBA

• Ten (10) plus years of related experience

• Experience with organizational change and implementation of new HR systems & processes

• Copeland HR experience

• Open to relocation in the future for career growth and development

• HRCI or SHRM certification preferred

• Experience in an industrial / manufacturing multi-location, global company

Why Work in the Lebanon, MO Area

Our facility in Lebanon, MO is located on Interstate 44 and Historic Route 66 in the scenic Ozarks of South-Central Missouri. We enjoy a small-town community with a Lebanon population of 14,628 and Laclede County population of 36,069. Our area is known for Bennett Spring State Park, lakes, rivers, hunting, and fishing. Lebanon is home to several boat manufacturers and two stock-car racing tracks. Lebanon is also centrally located, just 1 hour from the city of Springfield and 2.5 hours from St. Louis. Why not work and play where you can make your vacation home your “home”? We are only 35 minutes from the world-famous Lake of the Ozarks. For the outdoor enthusiasts, we have Bennett Spring, MO, which is an unincorporated community and home of the Bennett Spring State Park, which has the third or fourth largest natural spring in the state with an average daily flow of about 100-million gallons. Bennett Spring is home of Missouri’s largest trout park, featuring fishing, camping, hiking, dining, and lodging. We also have the Niangua River, which is host to numerous campgrounds, canoes, rafts, and kayaks, and is a premier water attraction for outdoor enthusiasts.

About Our Location

Our plant in Lebanon, MO is Copeland’s flagship operation for scroll compressor assembly and a machining powerhouse for main bearing housings and scroll elements, with over 60 million scroll compressors produced in the past 27 years.

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave. 

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Copeland, we believe having a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed, heard, respected, and valued for their experiences, ideas, perspectives and expertise. Ultimately, our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industry-leading innovation, better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live. 

Work Authorization

Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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With $5B of global revenue, Copeland is a leading provider of compression products, electronics, software, and solutions across many applications within Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR), where macro and regulatory trends towards environmental sustainability, leads to changes in HVACR technology. Other products include other heating applications, food service and retail, transportation, and healthcare/life sciences. This new business also has a solution portfolio that manages, monitors, and controls refrigeration units in the commercial setting, as well as software solutions that measure and monitor temperature conditions of refrigerated goods in transit, where there is a greater emphasis on energy management/sustainability solutions globally.