Human Resources Specialist Manufacturing HQ (Norton, VA)

Norton, OH - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 55000 - 65000

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Human Resources Specialist
Location: Norton (Wise) Virginia Manufacturing Headquarters
Salary Range: $55000 - $65000 (Based on experience and skills)
Bonus: Eligible

Company Overview
Join Wrap Technologies (Nasdaq: WRAP) and help redefine the future of public safety.
Were a global leader in advanced solutions that combine cutting-edge technology training and services to meet the evolving challenges facing modern law enforcement. Our mission is to equip agencies to protect the communities they serve fostering trust strengthening relationships and delivering safer outcomes.
Work at Wrap is fast-paced and challenging but incredibly meaningful. Were solving some of the most significant challenges in public safety. Were building a team of people with talent to make things happen take pride and own their amazing work and work hard every day to drive real change.
Wrap offers:

Flexible vacation policy
Sick time & company-paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
401(k) with company matching
Remote work flexibility
Professional development stipend
Mission-driven work environment supporting public safety and social impact

Position Overview
The function of the Human Resources Manager is to oversee all aspects of employee management within a company acting as the liaison between the organizations management and employees to maintain a positive and productive work environment. This role partners closely with manufacturing leadership and employees to ensure compliance with labor laws support workforce development and foster a safe productive and positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate has hands-on HR experience in manufacturing or industrial settings and is comfortable balancing employee relations compliance and operational support.
What Were Looking For:
Wrap is seeking a team member who thrives in high-growth fast-moving environments. An ideal candidate would be willing to put in the work roll up their sleeves and support mission-critical initiatives. A confident and bold contributor who isnt afraid to take risks. A dynamic individual who can adapt inspire and make an impact.

Culture Fit:
Trust is paramount to working with this team. We understand that humans make mistakes and were not looking for perfect execution. What we value most is fast and honest communication whether its good news or bad. The adage bad news doesnt get better with time applies here. If trust is broken itll be difficult to repair in this team.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations
1. Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR questions and concerns
2. Assist in resolving employee relations issues including investigations and corrective actions and escalate concerns as necessary
3. Support performance management processes including coaching and documentation
4. Promote a positive and respectful workplace culture
Recruiting and Onboarding
1. Partner with hiring managers on recruiting including job postings facilitating interviews and working with hiring managers to hire qualified candidates
2. Conduct new hire orientation and ensure a seamless onboarding process including background checks
3. Maintain and update employee records ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements
Compliance and Administration
1. Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws (e.g. FLSA OSHA EEOC)
2. Administer company policies and procedures and update when necessary
Compensation Benefits and Payroll
1. Coordinate benefits administration including new hire enrollment changes and employee inquiries
2. Communicate and facilitate open enrollment for all benefit lines each year
3. Work with the broker to balance benefit programs in the best interest of the employees while maintaining reasonable costs to the company
4. Assist with payroll preparation and address employee payroll concerns
5. Support timekeeping and attendance tracking
Safety and Manufacturing Support
1. Partner with safety and operations teams to support workplace safety initiatives
2. Participation in the Safety Committee
3. Assist with incident reporting and follow-up including any workers comp cases follow up and partner with manufacturing regarding work comp cases including plans for employees to return to work
4. Understand the manufacturing operations to provide effective HR support on the floor
Training and Development
1. Facilitate training and professional development programs including required safety training and skills development
2. Maintain training records as needed

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Proven experience as an HR Generalist or similar role
Experience working with an hourly workforce and shift based operations
Strong knowledge of HR principles labor laws and best practices
Excellent organizational multitasking and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HR software tools
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to act with integrity professionalism confidentiality and exercise discretion in all HR matters
HR certification (e.g. SHRM-CP PHR) is a plus.

Work Location & Reporting Cadence
This is an onsite role reporting to Wraps Norton Manufacturing Headquarters with infrequent travel to offsite locations as needed.

Manufacturing Headquarters Norton (Wise) Virginia
Other Locations (as needed):
- Miami FL (Corporate HQ)
- Washington D.C. Metro Area
- Additional offices & key operational sites based on business needs

Additional Benefits
Benefits:
You will be entitled to participate in any employee benefit plan program or policy that is made generally available to other full-time employees of the Company subject to the eligibility requirements and terms of the applicable documents governing such plan program or policy. The continuation modification or termination of each plan program or policy will be at the sole discretion of the Company. Additional information will be provided to you regarding these benefits. Currently offered benefits include:

Health insurance

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Sick leave
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
Wrap 401K plan

Bonuses:
You may be eligible for a discretionary bonus the amount of which will be determined at the Companys sole discretion based on your individual performance company performance and other factors deemed relevant and will be paid at the Companys discretion.

Required Experience:

Manager

Human Resources SpecialistLocation: Norton (Wise) Virginia Manufacturing HeadquartersSalary Range: $55000 - $65000 (Based on experience and skills)Bonus: EligibleCompany OverviewJoin Wrap Technologies (Nasdaq: WRAP) and help redefine the future of public safety.Were a global leader in advanced solu...

Flexible vacation policy
Sick time & company-paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
401(k) with company matching
Remote work flexibility
Professional development stipend
Mission-driven work environment supporting public safety and social impact

Employee Relations
1. Serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR questions and concerns
2. Assist in resolving employee relations issues including investigations and corrective actions and escalate concerns as necessary
3. Support performance management processes including coaching and documentation
4. Promote a positive and respectful workplace culture
Recruiting and Onboarding
1. Partner with hiring managers on recruiting including job postings facilitating interviews and working with hiring managers to hire qualified candidates
2. Conduct new hire orientation and ensure a seamless onboarding process including background checks
3. Maintain and update employee records ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements
Compliance and Administration
1. Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws (e.g. FLSA OSHA EEOC)
2. Administer company policies and procedures and update when necessary
Compensation Benefits and Payroll
1. Coordinate benefits administration including new hire enrollment changes and employee inquiries
2. Communicate and facilitate open enrollment for all benefit lines each year
3. Work with the broker to balance benefit programs in the best interest of the employees while maintaining reasonable costs to the company
4. Assist with payroll preparation and address employee payroll concerns
5. Support timekeeping and attendance tracking
Safety and Manufacturing Support
1. Partner with safety and operations teams to support workplace safety initiatives
2. Participation in the Safety Committee
3. Assist with incident reporting and follow-up including any workers comp cases follow up and partner with manufacturing regarding work comp cases including plans for employees to return to work
4. Understand the manufacturing operations to provide effective HR support on the floor
Training and Development
1. Facilitate training and professional development programs including required safety training and skills development
2. Maintain training records as needed

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Proven experience as an HR Generalist or similar role
Experience working with an hourly workforce and shift based operations
Strong knowledge of HR principles labor laws and best practices
Excellent organizational multitasking and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and HR software tools
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to act with integrity professionalism confidentiality and exercise discretion in all HR matters
HR certification (e.g. SHRM-CP PHR) is a plus.

Work Location & Reporting Cadence
This is an onsite role reporting to Wraps Norton Manufacturing Headquarters with infrequent travel to offsite locations as needed.

Manufacturing Headquarters Norton (Wise) Virginia
Other Locations (as needed):
- Miami FL (Corporate HQ)
- Washington D.C. Metro Area
- Additional offices & key operational sites based on business needs