Human Resources Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Human Resources Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee the day-to-day administration of the Human Resources function for our growing manufacturing organization. This hands-on role is responsible for recruiting, payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations across multiple locations. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage a wide variety of HR responsibilities while providing excellent service to employees and supervisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day Human Resources operations, including employee relations, policy administration, compliance, and HR best practices.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, orientation, and offboarding for hourly and salaried employees.
• Administer payroll, benefits, leave of absence programs, workers' compensation, unemployment, and HRIS systems.
• Partner with managers on employee relations, investigations, performance management, coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, employee communications, and organizational documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and maintain accurate personnel records.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment, employee benefit education, and company events.
• Support safety initiatives, accident investigations, OSHA compliance efforts, and return-to-work programs.
• Prepare HR reports and maintain employee records to support business operations and compliance.

• Maintain HR processes, policies, and documentation to ensure consistency and compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with payroll, benefits administration, HRIS, and employment law.
• Strong employee relations, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with all levels of the organization.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.