People Operations Manager

Company DescriptionINFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories. These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.Job DescriptionPosition OverviewThis position drives the employee experience, leading operational excellence across the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance and process integrity, and supporting scalable people programs aligned with business objectives. The People Operations Manager will have one direct report (Generalist) on the People & Culture (P&C) team.Key ResponsibilitiesHR Operations & ComplianceOversee end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, internal transitions, and offboardingEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulationsOversee immigration processes, partnering with legal counsel and external vendors to ensure timely filings, documentation accuracy, and regulatory complianceMaintain and update P&C policies and ensure consistent application across the organizationProvide oversight of benefits administration and leave management functions, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely service deliveryIdentify operational efficiencies and continuously improve P&C operational processesCompensation & BenefitsLead the compensation benchmarking and annual salary review cyclesOversee benefits programs and manage relationships with brokers, and carriers to ensure competitive and cost-effective offeringsMonitor internal equity and external market competitiveness, recommending adjustments as needed.Support the design, implementation, and communication of new or updated compensation and benefits programsAnalyze benefits utilization and employee feedback to identify opportunities for improvementEnsure compliance with all benefits-related regulations, including ACA, ERISA, and other relevant federal, state, or local requirementsProvide data-driven insights and reporting to leadership to inform compensation and benefits strategyTalent Acquisition & Workforce ManagementOversee and manage the organization’s RPO (Recruitment Process Outsourcing) partnership to ensure high-quality, timely hiring outcomesPartner with hiring managers and the RPO team to forecast staffing needs and align recruiting strategies with business prioritiesMonitor recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, quality of hire, cost-per-hire) and hold the RPO accountable to established performance standards and SLAsContinuously evaluate and optimize hiring processes to enhance candidate experience and employer brandContribute to long-term workforce planning and succession strategy initiativesEmployee RelationsEnsure People & Culture policies and procedures are consistently applied and clearly communicated across the organizationDirect employee relations matter to the P&C Business Partner(s) for review and resolutionMaintain appropriate documentation and tracking of employee relations casesMonitor trends and provide high-level reporting to the VP of People to support compliance and risk mitigationSupport policy updates and internal communications to reinforce fair, compliant, and consistent workplace practicesQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field5+ years of progressive HR experience, including people management or formal team leadership responsibilitySHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, HRCI PHR, HRCI SPHR, or equivalent credential; or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.Proven experience partnering with senior leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders to drive people initiatives and organizational outcomesStrong working knowledge of employment law, compliance, and HR best practicesHands‑on experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ADP, UKG, or similar), including system administration, process optimization, data integrity, and reportingDemonstrated ability to leverage HR data, dashboards, and people analytics to inform decisions and improve employee experienceExcellent communication skills, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving capabilitiesProven ability to coach, develop, and mentor People & Culture team members in a fast‑paced, evolving environmentAdditional InformationThe expected salary range for this position is between $110,000 and $130,000 annually. In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit-sharing bonus with a target of 10%. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.INFICON’s forward-thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, and more!INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Human ResourcesExperience level: Mid-Senior LevelIndustry: Semiconductors