US HR Manager

Full-Time | Salt Lake City, UT, US

Major Drilling America is seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and confident HR Manager to join our leadership team in Salt Lake City. This position plays a critical role in overseeing all HR functions and ensuring compliance across a multi-state workforce. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator with a strategic mindset and the ability to work effectively with both management and front-line employees.

This is an exempt, salaried position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all day-to-day HR operations for the U.S. division.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures aligned with company objectives and legal requirements.
• Oversee performance management processes, including coaching managers and supporting employee development.
• Oversee recruitment and onboarding activities.
• Administer benefit programs, including elections, changes, and compliance with governing regulations.
• Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
• Coordinate training and employee development programs.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee leave programs and ensure accurate recordkeeping.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of employee data in HRIS systems.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning and organizational development initiatives.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years in a leadership role preferred.
• Mining or related industry experience preferred.
• Experience managing HR functions across multiple states preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• HRIS experience required (ADP, Dayforce, etc.).
• System implementation preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain confidentiality.
• Professional certification preferred (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx Coverage
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Employer-Provided Life Insurance
• Employer-Provided Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Optional Accident and Critical Illness Plans
• Optional Identity Theft/Legal Protection Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Major Drilling America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.