Human Resources Manager

Human Resources ManagerNelson Global engineers, manufactures, and distributes clean and efficient Air & Fluid Transfer, NVH, Complex Structural, Acoustic, and Thermal Management Solutions. Nelson Global partners with the world's leading OEMs. With 22 global manufacturing and distribution facilities and unparalleled engineering and innovation capabilities, Nelson Global provides mission-critical solutions with the highest degree of reliability at the lowest cost. Our dedication to serving our employees, partners, and the planet responsibly is realized across three pillars of sustainability: environmental, social, and governance. By empowering our people, reducing waste, and developing innovative and efficient systems, we support the communities and resources that spur the industries and technologies of the future.The Human Resources Manager serves as the primary HR partner for both our Corporate Office in Stoughton, WI, and our manufacturing facility in Madison, WI. This position partners with business leaders to align people strategies with business objectives while providing hands-on support in employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, compliance, payroll and benefits administration, leave management, HR reporting, and employee engagement. This is a full-time, exempt position requiring 100% on-site support, with time divided between the Stoughton Corporate Office and Madison plant.Primary Responsibilities & Duties:Partner with corporate leadership and plant management to support business objectives and workforce initiativesProvide coaching and guidance on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and employment practices.Conduct employee investigations and recommend appropriate resolutionsFoster employee engagement and support organizational change initiativesTalent Acquisition & Workforce Management:Lead hourly recruiting, with an emphasis on skilled manufacturing positions (Plant)Coordinate interviewing, hiring, onboarding, orientation, and offboarding activitiesSupport workforce planning and retention initiativesHR Operations:Administer payroll, benefits, attendance, leave of absence, workers' compensation, and return-to-work programsMaintain employee records and HCM (UKG Pro) data integrityGenerate and analyze HR reporting including headcount, turnover, absenteeism, and recruiting activityEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local employment lawsTraining & Organizational Development:Identify training needs and coordinate employee and leadership development initiativesSupport management coaching and continuous improvement effortsPartner with Corporate HR on company-wide HR programs and special projectsOther Corporate Responsibilities:Affirmative Action Program - Monitor plans across all US sites for the company; maintain records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations; file EEO-1 and VETS reports annuallyAssist HR team with any reporting/data requests from HCM (UKG Pro) or other systemsProvide ad hoc reports to other departments/managers as requestedSubject Matter Expert for HCM System and reportingManage UKG Pro upgrade projectsAssist and support relocation administration ensuring accurate payment and tracking of relocation costsRequired Education & Experience:Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or related field preferred. Would consider applicable experience in lieu of degreeFive (5) or more years of progressive HR leadership experienceExperience with employee relations, recruiting, payroll, benefits, leave administration, compliance, and performance managementStrong HCM experience, including creating and modifying ad hoc reporting. Experience with UKG Pro and Workforce Management preferredPreferred Experience:HR experience in a manufacturing, construction, or distribution center environment desired.SHRM or HRCI Certification preferred.Skills & Abilities:Strong communication, coaching, and relationship-building skillsSound judgment and ability to manage confidential informationEffective conflict resolution and problem-solving abilitiesStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesWorking knowledge of federal and state employment lawsSelf-directed, adaptable, and able to work effectively with employees at all organizational levelsAbility to travel on a frequent basis between Stoughton and Madison locationsWorking Conditions:This is primarily an indoor office position requiring frequent sitting and occasional standing and walkingMay occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 poundsFrequent reaching (desk/waist level, overhead), occasionally reaching below waist levelFrequent use of computer/mouse and typingFrequently driving and/or travelingMay spend time walking or on concrete floors in a manufacturing environmentFrequently required to learn new tasks, adapting to changes in the work environmentSpecific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusHearing capacity required to maximize ability to understand all verbal communication and react accordinglyEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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