Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

Go-To Transport | Bay City, MI

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Location: In-Person | Bay City, Michigan

Pay: DOE

About Go-To Transport

Go-To Transport is a family-owned transportation company headquartered in Bay City, Michigan. We take pride in building lasting relationships with our customers, drivers, and employees while providing reliable transportation services.

We believe our people are the foundation of our success and are committed to creating a positive, supportive workplace where employees feel valued and appreciated.

We're looking for a motivated, experienced, and people-focused Human Resources Manager to join our team!

Position Overview

Go-To Transport is seeking a knowledgeable and approachable Human Resources Manager to oversee the company's HR operations.

As our primary HR professional, you will manage employee relations, benefits administration, employee retention, onboarding, disciplinary processes, and HR compliance.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with company leadership, take ownership of HR initiatives, and play an important role in strengthening employee engagement and company culture.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, comfortable making decisions, and passionate about supporting employees while helping our company grow.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Retention

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and HR-related matters.
• Build strong relationships with employees, drivers, management, and leadership.
• Manage employee relations, workplace conflicts, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Conduct employee investigations and maintain accurate documentation.
• Develop initiatives to improve employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
• Support performance management and employee development.

Benefits Administration

• Oversee employee benefits, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment and communicate benefit information to employees.
• Assist employees with benefits questions, enrollment, and changes.
• Maintain accurate benefits records and work with benefits providers.

Onboarding & New-Hire Processing

• Oversee onboarding for new employees and CDL-A drivers.
• Coordinate and facilitate new driver orientations.
• Ensure new-hire paperwork and employment documentation are completed accurately.
• Work closely with the Recruiting team to ensure a smooth hiring and onboarding process.
• Assist with recruiting-related processing and administrative tasks as needed.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Independently manage daily Human Resources operations.
• Develop, update, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and Michigan employment laws.
• Maintain confidential employee records and documentation.
• Support workers' compensation processes and workplace safety initiatives.
• Partner with leadership on compensation, employee policies, and HR decisions.
• Monitor employee turnover and identify opportunities to improve HR processes.

Company Culture & Leadership

• Work directly with company leadership to strengthen employee engagement and workplace culture.
• Develop initiatives that recognize employees and encourage long-term retention.
• Serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and management.
• Recommend improvements to HR practices that support company goals and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional Human Resources experience.
• Knowledge of employee relations, benefits administration, HR policies, and employment compliance.
• Experience handling employee disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and terminations.
• Familiarity with federal and Michigan employment laws.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general HR systems.

Preferred:

• 5 years of progressive HR experience.
• Previous experience as an HR Manager, HR Generalist, or similar position.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Experience managing benefits, open enrollment, and employee retention programs.
• Experience in transportation, trucking, or logistics.
• Experience facilitating employee orientations and training.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)

Work Location

Bay City, Michigan

This is a full-time, 100% in-person position at our company headquarters in Bay City, MI.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Go-To Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Bay City, MI 48708 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $52,838 - $72,582