HR Manager

Human Resources Manager – Tier-1 Automotive Supplier

Location:  Dayton, Ohio Area (supports Ohio & Michigan sites – approximately 160 employees)

Our client, a global Tier-1 automotive supplier, is seeking an experienced and people-focused  Human Resources Manager  to lead Human Resources for a US Headquarters in Ohio and a Technical Office in Michigan. This role will oversee a team of HR professionals and serve as a key strategic partner to site leadership, driving initiatives that enhance culture, engagement, and organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership

• Lead all aspects of HR strategy and operations for 160 employees across 2 sites, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and local needs.
• Partner with site leadership to identify workforce needs, talent gaps, and succession plans.
• Drive initiatives that improve retention, engagement, and leadership development.
• Coach and develop HR team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance HR function.

Employee Relations & Policy Administration

• Serve as the primary advisor to management on employee relations, policy interpretation, and corrective action processes.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and compliant work environment that supports company values.
• Manage investigations and partner with legal and corporate HR as needed to ensure fairness and compliance.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment and workforce planning across sites.
• Build effective partnerships with hiring managers to attract, select, and retain top talent.
• Ensure smooth and compliant onboarding, new hire orientation, and assimilation programs.

Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Oversight

• Manage payroll accuracy and benefits administration in partnership with corporate HR and third-party vendors.
• Analyze compensation competitiveness and recommend adjustments to attract and retain talent.
• Support benefits open enrollment, employee communications, and compliance reporting.

Training & Performance Management

• Lead annual performance review and goal-setting processes.
• Support leadership development, compliance training, and skills-based training programs.
• Identify learning needs and recommend targeted solutions to strengthen organizational capability.

Compliance & HR Systems

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.
• Maintain accurate employee data and reporting in the HRIS.
• Support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement in HR processes and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a manufacturing leadership role.
• Strong understanding of employment law, employee relations, and labor compliance including familiarity with U.S. immigration processes (H-1B, OPT/CPT, green cards).
• Experience managing multi-site locations preferred.
• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paycor, Workday).
• Proven ability to coach leaders, resolve complex issues, and influence positive outcomes.
• SHRM-CP/PHR or higher certification preferred.

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to lead HR for a respected Tier-1 automotive supplier with a strong local presence.
• Autonomy to shape HR practices and culture across 2 sites.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative leadership team.