Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for leading the Human Resources function for Smith-Midland Corporation, a leading manufacturer of specialized precast concrete products, serving construction, transportation, and utility markets from its headquarters in Midland, Virginia and subsidiary plants in North Carolina and South Carolina. This role serves as a strategic business partner while overseeing core HR functions including recruiting, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, performance management, leave administration, payroll coordination, and HR reporting.The HR Manager partners with leadership to align people strategies with business objectives, maintain compliance with employment laws and company policies, and foster a positive, productive workplace culture across the organization.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesBusiness Partner – Participates in the daily management of the site aligning functional strategies, projects, and initiatives as a confidant and coachLeadership – May lead other HR and office professionals. Serves as a mentor, coach, and point of escalation for employee-related mattersEngagement – Champions employee engagement including regular, effective communications, recognition events; organizes three annual employee eventsTalent Acquisition – Leads recruiting processes including running ads, recruiter communication, reporting to management, onboarding, immersion, and trainingTalent Management – Owns talent management processes including talent reviews, workforce planning, development plans, learning & developmentCompany Culture – Advises and provides guidance to leadership regarding talent, organizational effectiveness, change management, and cultureAnalytics – Regularly creates and maintains dashboards and performs analyticsCompliance – Ensures compliance with and adherence to all local, state, and federal laws for all aspects of human resources managementLabor Relations – Facilitate and manage labor relations, including negotiations, conflict resolutionCritical Skills & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field5+ years HR business partner experience in a manufacturing or distribution organizationSHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plusExperience supporting a manufacturing, construction, industrial, or multi-site workforce strongly preferredStrong working knowledge of employment law, employee relations, benefits administration, leave administration, payroll coordination, and HR compliance.Experience with full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and policy administrationProficiency in HRIS, payroll systems, and Microsoft Office requiredKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong understanding of HR principles, employment law, and compliance requirementsAbility to build strong working relationships and communicate effectively with employees and leaders at all levels of the organizationStrong judgment, discretion, and ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters professionallyStrong organizational, problem-solving, and employee relations skillsAbility to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution in a fast-paced environmentWork Environment / Physical RequirementsPrimarily office-based with regular interaction in plant.Must be comfortable working in a manufacturing and construction-related setting and occasionally visiting operational areas while following required safety proceduresMay require occasional travel between company locationsMust be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and occasionally lift up to 15–20 pounds #J-18808-Ljbffr