HR Manager

Position Overview Fairfield New Jersey company looking for hands-on HR Manager. The HR Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the Company's human resources function. This role oversees payroll, benefits, talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance, compensation, performance management, and organizational development while supporting executive leadership in building a high-performing, engaged workforce. The HR Manager ensures compliance with all federal and state employment regulations and develops people strategies that support the Company's continued growth and long-term success. Key Deliverables Bi-Weekly Payroll management for hourly and salaried employees Recruiting and full-cycle talent acquisition 401k Administration including loans, compliance, and filings Benefits Administration including Medical, Dental, Life, LTD, COBRA, and FMLA Essential Responsibilities Process, audit, and deliver payroll from start to finish Handle all daily payroll tasks and implementation Manage vacation, sick, float, and PTO tracking in accordance with company policy Benefit Negotiation, plan development, administration and implementation Manage full-cycle recruitment: job ads, resume review, phone screens, interviews, and offers background checks, drug screenings, and onboarding documentation Manage new hire onboarding and exit processes Develop compensation and benefits programs Resolve employee relations issues and support disciplinary actions Ensure compliance with statutory and legislative HR requirements Plan and implement company events Required Qualifications 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience Expertise in payroll systems and reporting, especially ADP Workforce Now Strong knowledge of benefits administration and regulatory filings Experience managing 401k plans and 401k annual audits Proven success in talent acquisition and workforce planning Preferred Experience FMLA, STD, LTD, and state-specific leave programs (including NJ Paid FMLA) Organizational charting and cross-functional analysis Supporting audits and tax filing compliance Managing HRIS and timekeeping systems (e.g., EZ Labor) Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills About the Ideal Candidate You are a strategic HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at building strong employee relationships, and brings deep expertise in payroll, benefits, compliance, and talent management. You balance empathy with business acumen and can confidently support executive-level decision-making. Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance If you're a motivated HR professional, we'd love to hear from you. Please note this is an in-office-only position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Page Mechanical Group, Inc.