Human Resources Manager

The ideal candidate for our Human Resources Manager role will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of Human Resources operations for our New Lisbon, WI facilities. This includes recruitment, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, leaves of absence, payroll, compensation, and special projects. This role plays a critical part in fostering a positive workplace culture, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting business objectives through effective HR leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are representative but not exhaustive.

• Support full-cycle recruitment for exempt, non-exempt, and production roles; may oversee job postings, advertising, screening, and selection.
• Administer health and welfare benefits; communicate annual updates and resolve employee inquiries in coordination with third-party administrators.
• Manage workers' compensation program; maintain communication with carriers and oversee incident reporting and investigations.
• Support safety programs, OSHA compliance, and recommend additional safety training as needed.
• Investigate workplace incidents and employee complaints, ensuring timely and thorough resolution.
• Handle employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, harassment claims, wage disputes, and attendance management.
• Create learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Oversee employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Represent the company at unemployment hearings when required.
• Administer FMLA and other leaves of absence in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Oversee payroll functions; address payroll concerns and ensure timely, accurate processing.
• Conduct and participate in compensation surveys; develop and update job descriptions.
• Coordinate the performance management process with management teams.
• Supervise administrative and facilities support staff.
• Prepare and submit monthly HR reporting.
• Lead or support HR-related special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing recruitment, benefits, employee relations, and compliance.
• Strong understanding of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel); HRIS experience required, Workday preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and support leadership at all levels.
• Familiarity with OSHA and safety-related protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR Certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) strongly preferred.
• Prior leadership and supervisory experience.
• Experience participating in or leading compensation reviews and surveys.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, walk, and use hands to operate a computer or handle documents.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional exposure to manufacturing environments with moving parts or airborne particles.
• Must be able to focus visually and adjust to changes in work environment noise levels.

Travel Requirements

This position requires occasional travel (10–20%) to other plant locations and corporate meetings.

So, what do you get out of working at Leer, Inc. beyond a friendly work environment and the best teammates around? A competitive compensation package that other manufacturers can’t beat. Take a look.

ESOP Distributions

• An ESOP is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Like mentioned above, Leer Inc. is 100% employee owned. That means you will be an employee-owner and own a piece of the company. Trust us when we say, if you include your yearly ESOP payments, we offer a compensation package that’s difficult to beat. Don’t believe us? Stop in and we’ll show you.
• Generous Paid Time Off (Starts at 3-Weeks in 1st Full Year)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance (Subsidized by Leer)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)
• Life Insurance (Paid by Leer)
• 401(K)
• Shoe stipend for steel toes
• Leer Gear
• Cares Program - up to 50% off fitness equipment or gym membership
• Community involvement hours

About Leer Inc.

Be part of making iconic products that make all the difference in hospitals, restaurants, and more. We’re proud to be an essential business and support other industries who keep us healthy and fed.

Leer, Inc. is a growing company that is all about our team members. Really. We’re 100% employee-owned.

What does employee-owned mean?

As an employee-owner at Leer Inc., you’ll have a direct stake in our success. Through our employee ownership program, you’re not just part of the team, you’re an owner helping to shape our future. We value initiative, collaboration, and a long-term mindset, and we reward your contributions with shared growth and equity.

Next Steps

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