HR & Safety Manager

Location: Texas City, TX Job Type: Direct Hire Schedule: Full-time On-Site Reports to: President/CEO Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled HR & Safety Manager to lead Human Resources and Safety operations for a busy industrial manufacturing environment. This role is a team of one, reporting directly to the CEO with a dotted line to the Operations Manager, and supported by accounting. The HR & Safety Manager will oversee payroll, benefits, compliance, employee relations, and all safety programs, ensuring a strong, engaging presence with shop employees daily. The ideal candidate is a HR leader with manufacturing experience, confident in managing HR and Safety as a team of one, highly engaging with shop employees, and skilled in payroll, compliance, and employee relations. Key Responsibilities Human Resources & Employee Relations Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee programs. Advise leadership on employee relations, performance management, organizational planning, and workforce needs. Guide managers through employee concerns, corrective action, and termination recommendations. Maintain employee handbooks, HR records, employee communications, and supporting materials. Coordinate employee orientation, training, and management development programs. Establish consistent recruiting, hiring, and placement practices. Process weekly payroll accurately and on time. Develop and administer wage and salary structures, pay policies, and performance appraisal programs. Oversee employee benefits, wellness programs, and related services, monitoring effectiveness and cost. Coordinate with insurance brokers, carriers, retirement plan administrators, and other service providers. Compliance & HR Administration Maintain HR records and reporting processes to support compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations. Monitor regulatory requirements, coordinate required submissions, and serve as a primary contact for employment counsel and government agencies. Review HR policies and practices regularly and advise leadership on needed updates. Work with managers and supervisors to ensure consistent administration of HR programs. Safety & Environmental Coordination Administer workplace safety and health programs and maintain required OSHA documentation. Conduct safety observations, inspections, and surveys to identify unsafe conditions and work practices. Coordinate corrective actions with management to help prevent accidents and injuries. Maintain accident and injury records and recommend improvements. Manage workers’ compensation claims and provide updates to leadership. Monitor the company’s TCEQ program and coordinate required documentation. Schedule meetings with management to review HR, safety, and compliance matters. Qualifications Broad HR generalist knowledge spanning employee relations, compensation, benefits, recruiting, organizational planning, and training and development. Strong background in manufacturing environments required Ability to manage weekly payroll alongside broader HR and safety responsibilities Working knowledge of applicable employment regulations and workplace safety requirements. Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred SHRM certification preferred Strong knowledge of payroll systems Experience managing OSHA compliance, safety programs, and environmental reporting Ability to balance multiple projects with daily operational needs. Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to build trust and engage employees at all levels Comfortable with a direct, straight-shooter personality style while maintaining professionalism High energy, organized, and decisive, with strong follow-through #J-18808-Ljbffr Job Juncture