Human Resources Manager

SWJ Technologie specializes in providing engineering, planning, and project management services across various industries. We are currently seeking a Human Resources Manager a client in the automotive industry. This role is a contractor or direct hire position based in Elkmont, AL that requires onsite presence and supports a manufacturing facility with close collaboration across production, operations, and leadership teams. If you're eager to grow your career and make a meaningful impact on exciting projects, we look forward to your application.


PURPOSE:
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Human Resources Manager to lead all human resources functions for a manufacturing facility. This leadership role is responsible for driving HR strategy while supporting employee engagement, regulatory compliance, workforce development, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), talent acquisition, payroll and benefits administration, and organizational growth. The ideal candidate will partner closely with leadership to foster a safe, compliant, and high-performing workplace culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead all Human Resources functions for the manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with company policies and employment regulations.
• Partner with leadership to support employee relations, performance management, conflict resolution, and workforce planning.
• Develop and implement HR policies, programs, and initiatives that promote employee engagement, retention, and organizational growth.
• Oversee Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Manage employee training, onboarding, leadership development, and workforce development programs.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for hourly and salaried positions, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.
• Administer employee compensation, benefits, payroll support, workers' compensation, and leave programs.
• Manage the company's 401(k) retirement plan and coordinate with external providers to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee employment-based immigration and visa programs in partnership with legal counsel and government agencies.
• Maintain HR records, regulatory reporting, and support internal and external audits while ensuring confidentiality of employee information.
• Build relationships with educational institutions, staffing partners, and community organizations to support talent acquisition initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement across HR processes while supporting business objectives and operational excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Safety Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of Human Resources leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience managing Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) programs within a manufacturing facility.
• Experience with payroll administration, employee benefits, and employee relations.
• Experience supporting employment-based immigration and visa programs is preferred..

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR compliance.
• Experience leading employee relations, investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, workplace safety programs, and environmental compliance.
• Experience developing and delivering employee training and workforce development programs.
• Full-cycle recruiting experience for manufacturing and technical positions.
• Experience administering employee benefits and payroll processes.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coaching abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience in an automotive manufacturing or Tier 1 supplier environment.
• Experience with employment-based immigration and visa sponsorship programs.
• Knowledge of retirement plan administration, including 401(k) compliance.
• Experience supporting audits and regulatory reporting.
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) is a plus.
• Continuous improvement or Lean Manufacturing experience is advantageous.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in an office, laboratory, manufacturing floor, or machine shop setting where physical work includes, but is not limited to sitting, standing, reaching, kneeling, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to understand and comply with all relevant safety practices

FLSA STATUS/WORKING SCHEDULE:

• Location: Elkmont, AL
• Schedule: Day shift, 40h/w
• Overtime: as required
• Assignment Start: ASAP

DISCLAIMER:
This job description is a high-level overview of general expectations of this position. It is not intended to list every responsibility of the position, nor does it represent an employment contract of any kind.

SWJ TECHNOLOGY and all of its subsidiaries (i.e., SWJ MACHINING and ProjectOne US) are Equal Opportunity Employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.