Manufacturing Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager – Manufacturing

Salary: $90k - $110k Salary + Excellent Benefits

Build the Workforce. Shape the Culture. Drive the Future.

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join our manufacturing leadership team and play a critical role in supporting our continued growth. This is more than a traditional HR position—it's an opportunity to influence company culture, develop talent, partner with operations leadership, and help create a high-performing workforce within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Human Resources Manager serves as a trusted business partner to leadership while overseeing all aspects of human resources, employee relations, recruiting, compensation, benefits, compliance, and organizational development. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on employees, operations, and the overall success of the organization.

Why Join Us?

• Join a stable and growing manufacturing organization.
• Be a key member of the leadership team with direct influence on company culture.
• Opportunity to lead strategic HR initiatives while remaining hands-on with daily operations.
• Collaborative environment where your ideas and leadership will be valued.
• Excellent benefits package, paid time off, retirement plan, and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing all human resources functions while partnering closely with manufacturing leadership to support operational excellence. This role leads recruiting, employee engagement, performance management, compensation, compliance, HR systems, training, and employee relations while ensuring compliance with all federal and state employment regulations.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a manufacturing environment, building strong relationships with employees at every level, solving problems, and creating programs that improve retention, engagement, and organizational performance.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Leadership

• Lead all Human Resources functions for the manufacturing operation.
• Partner with leadership to develop HR strategies that support company growth and operational objectives.
• Foster a positive, safe, and engaging workplace culture built on accountability, communication, and employee development.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies, procedures, and employee handbook guidelines.

Employee Relations & Leadership Support

• Serve as the primary advisor to managers on employee relations, coaching, performance management, investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution.
• Assist leaders in developing performance improvement plans and coaching strategies.
• Support employee engagement initiatives that improve morale, retention, and workplace satisfaction.
• Manage employee separations and oversee the exit interview process while identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.

Talent Acquisition & Employee Development

• Lead recruiting efforts for manufacturing, production, and professional positions.
• Oversee onboarding, orientation, and new employee integration.
• Coordinate leadership development and management training programs covering interviewing, documentation, performance management, workplace safety, harassment prevention, and HR best practices.
• Partner with department managers to develop succession planning and workforce development initiatives.

Compensation, Benefits & HR Operations

• Administer competitive compensation programs that ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Manage employee benefits administration and wellness initiatives.
• Oversee performance review processes to ensure consistency, fairness, and employee development.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity while managing employee records, reporting, promotions, transfers, and employment transactions.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and government reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate HR metrics and reporting related to turnover, absenteeism, hiring, and workforce trends.
• Represent the organization during employment-related investigations and legal matters when necessary.
• Manage relationships with outside recruiting firms, consultants, and HR vendors.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience as an HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or senior Human Resources professional within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, recruiting, compensation, benefits, and HR compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and HR information systems.
• Ability to build trust and credibility with employees at all levels of the organization.

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience with HRIS systems, including Paylocity .
• Experience supporting production, manufacturing, or industrial operations.