What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at Confidential Jobs?
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Manager to support a dynamic, multi-site organization. This role serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders and employees, helping to drive talent strategies, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and workforce development initiatives. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in HR operations, employee relations, compliance, and talent management, along with the ability to influence leaders and foster a positive workplace culture. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while partnering with management to support business objectives and employee success.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with leadership teams to develop and execute HR strategies that support workforce planning, talent acquisition, retention, employee development, and succession planning.
- Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, accommodations, conflict resolution, and employment actions.
- Collaborate with hiring managers and recruiting partners to attract, assess, and select top talent for exempt and non-exempt positions.
- Identify workforce needs and organizational capabilities to support current and future business demands.
- Analyze workforce and operational data to identify trends, assess risks, and recommend actionable solutions.
- Support compensation initiatives, job evaluations, and job description reviews to ensure alignment with organizational needs and market competitiveness.
- Lead or participate in employee investigations, corrective action processes, and separation activities while maintaining consistency and compliance.
- Partner with leaders to support employee engagement, professional development, and training programs.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Evaluate and recommend enhancements to HR programs, policies, and procedures that drive operational effectiveness.
- Stay current on employment law updates, industry trends, and HR best practices.
- Serve as a champion for employee experience, engagement, and organizational culture.
- Support special projects and other HR initiatives as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- Five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, or Human Resources Manager capacity.
- Experience supporting multiple locations within a manufacturing, production, distribution, or similar operational environment.
- Demonstrated success partnering with leaders in a fast-paced business setting.
- Experience supporting a multi-site workforce required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Proven ability to coach leaders and navigate complex employee relations matters.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Thorough understanding of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR technology platforms, including HRIS and applicant tracking systems.
- Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization and drive positive outcomes.
- Commitment to creating an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
Preferred Certifications
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.