Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager serves as the organizations primary HR leader and subject matter expert overseeing all aspects of human resources operations compliance and employee relations. This role operates independently and partners closely with executive leadership to ensure legally compliant consistent and strategic people practices that support organizational goals.

This position requires strong working knowledge of employment law sound judgment and the ability to navigate employee relations matters in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
Employee Relations & Performance Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters
Guide supervisors through investigations progressive discipline and performance management processes
Provide coaching and consultative guidance to leadership on employee issues
Ensure fair consistent and legally compliant employment practices
Document and maintain thorough records of employment actions

Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations
Identify potential legal risks and proactively recommend corrective actions
Partner with external legal counsel when necessary
Maintain accurate organized and compliant HR records and documentation
Oversee policy development updates and implementation

Benefits & Payroll Oversight
Oversee benefits administration vendor relationships enrollments and annual renewals
Ensure compliance with benefits regulations (ACA COBRA etc.)
Partner with payroll to resolve HR-related payroll issues and mitigate compliance risk
Support audits and reporting requirements

HR Systems & Infrastructure
Lead implementation optimization and administration of the HRIS system Rippling
Ensure data integrity reporting accuracy and process efficiency
Develop and maintain scalable HR processes and documentation systems

Recruitment & Onboarding
Oversee recruitment activities including job postings screening and onboarding
Partner with hiring managers to ensure effective hiring practices
Ensure compliant onboarding processes and completion of required documentation
Develop and support retention initiatives
Manage hiring temporary employees / coordinate with temp agencies

Compensation & Strategic Support
Partner with leadership on compensation planning and strategy
Provide data-driven insights to support workforce planning and budgeting
Support organizational planning initiatives aligned with business objectives

Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience including generalist-level responsibilities
Experience independently managing employee relations and compliance matters
Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws
Experience with benefits administration and HRIS systems
Ability to operate independently and advise executive leadership
High level of discretion professionalism and sound judgment
Strong organizational communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Experience with Rippling HRIS & ATS
SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP PHR or SPHR certification
Experience partnering with external legal counsel
Experience supporting compensation planning and workforce strategy

Work Environment
Onsite position in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Regular interaction with production and leadership teams
Drug screen and background check required post-offer

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time