Melania Hughey

About Melania Hughey

I am an HR leader operating at the intersection of strategy, compliance, and operational execution within a complex manufacturing environment of up to 500 employees.As an HR Manager supporting a 350+ headcount facility, I serve as the senior people strategist for plant leadership — advising on workforce planning, employee relations, risk mitigation, compliance, leadership development, and organizational performance. I am trusted to navigate high-stakes investigations, manage sensitive employee matters, and guide leaders through decisions that impact both culture and business outcomes.My approach is direct, data-informed, and grounded in accountability. I believe strong workplaces are built through clarity, consistency, and courageous leadership — not avoidance.I bring:• Strategic partnership with plant and operational leadership• Deep experience in employee relations and complex investigations• Workforce planning in dynamic production environments• Compliance oversight and risk mitigation• Leadership coaching and performance management strategy• Culture stabilization during periods of changeI thrive in environments that require decisive thinking, steady leadership, and the ability to balance people needs with business demands.I am seeking opportunities to step into a next level HR role where I can lead at a broader level — shaping workforce strategy, strengthening leadership capability, and driving sustainable organizational performance.

Experience

1. Human Resources Manager

   Eaton

   Oct 2021 — Present · Kings Mountain, NC, US

Education

• Blacksburg High School

  Diploma, Business

• Limestone University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Human Resources Management and Services