HR Manager – Direct HireWe are seeking an experienced, hands-on HR Manager to lead human resources operations within a manufacturing environment. This role will partner with employees, supervisors, managers, and senior leadership to support workforce planning, employee relations, recruitment, performance management, payroll and benefits administration, training, compliance, and employee engagement.The ideal candidate is an approachable, solutions-oriented HR professional who builds strong relationships, coaches leaders, resolves workplace concerns, and ensures consistent HR practices throughout the organization. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are strongly preferred to support effective communication and engagement with a diverse workforce.
Responsibilities- Oversee daily HR operations and maintain accurate, confidential employee records, reports, and documentation.
- Serve as the primary HR resource for employees and management regarding policies, procedures, benefits, and employment practices.
- Implement and maintain consistent HR programs, policies, and procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, operational efficiency, employee engagement, and retention.
- Prepare and maintain HR reports and regulatory filings, including EEO-1 reporting, and support HR audits.
- Lead HR process improvement and compliance initiatives, identifying risks and recommending solutions.
- Lead recruitment efforts for exempt and non-exempt positions in partnership with hiring managers.
- Collaborate with leadership to assess workforce needs and guide staffing and hiring decisions.
- Oversee job postings, candidate communications, interviews, and selection processes.
- Coordinate employment offers, pre-employment requirements, and new hire documentation.
- Lead new employee orientation and onboarding to ensure a positive and consistent employee experience.
- Ensure employee information and documentation are accurately maintained in the HRIS.
- Advise employees and managers on attendance, performance, workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and conflict resolution.
- Coach managers on performance management, corrective action, employee communication, and documentation.
- Lead or coordinate workplace investigations, document findings, and recommend appropriate resolutions.
- Conduct or oversee exit interviews and identify opportunities to improve retention and engagement.
- Manage unemployment claims and related responses.
- Maintain confidentiality and promote fair, consistent treatment of employees.
- Oversee HR-related payroll processes, including new hires, status changes, compensation updates, deductions, and terminations.
- Maintain accurate HRIS information to support payroll and benefits administration.
- Oversee employee benefits, including eligibility, enrollment, COBRA, open enrollment, claims resolution, and employee communications.
- Review benefit invoices and coordinate vendor communications, renewals, and approvals.
- Partner with payroll teams to resolve employee questions and discrepancies.
- Oversee or coordinate retirement and pension plan administration.
- Ensure compliance with applicable payroll, benefits, and employment requirements.
- Lead the performance review process and coach managers on feedback, documentation, accountability, and corrective action.
- Coordinate employee training and development initiatives, including required compliance and workplace training.
- Monitor HR practices for compliance with applicable employment laws and company policies.
- Advise leadership and managers on HR policies, employee matters, and compliance requirements.
- Identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
- Previous experience as an HR Manager, HR Generalist, or in a similar HR role.
- Manufacturing or other operations-based HR experience preferred.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and verbal, strongly preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with HRIS systems.
- Working knowledge of COBRA, HIPAA, OSHA, wage and hour requirements, and applicable federal and state employment laws.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
- Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
If you are an HR professional who enjoys building relationships, supporting employees, and making a meaningful impact in a manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply!
Salary Range: $85k to $95k
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