HR Manager
Job Description
- Drive and oversee recruitment efforts, including sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and workforce planning in collaboration with department managers.
- Evaluate and manage compensation structures and conduct detailed wage analysis to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.
- Administer, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Maintain and update employee handbooks.
- Handle employee relations and disciplinary actions with fairness, consistency, and legal compliance.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with OSHA standards and other workplace safety regulations.
- Actively partner with Operations teams to support and reinforce plant-wide safety initiatives and promote a safety-first culture.
- Manage and administer health insurance, wellness programs, and employee benefits, including annual open enrollment, vendor coordination and renewal negotiations.
- Maintain accurate employee records for effective data management and reporting.
- Provide coaching and training to supervisors on employee management, documentation, and HR best practices.
- Conduct internal HR audits and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance and process improvements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with the majority in manufacturing environments.
- Deep understanding of plant safety, OSHA compliance, and employment law.
- Expertise in wage evaluation and compensation strategy.
- Experience managing benefits administration and working with external providers.
- Strong track record in recruitment, employee relations, and organizational development.
- Excellent communication, leadership, staff management and decision-making skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including experience with HRIS systems.
- SHRM or HRCI certification preferred.
- Spanish speaking ability is an integral part of the job.
Meet Your Recruiter
Mike Schmitz
Technical Recruiter
If you're a skilled professional in engineering, manufacturing, or life sciences and you're exploring your next career move—I'm here to help.
I’m a Senior Technical Recruiter and Team Leader who’s passionate about connecting great people with great companies. I specialize in placing candidates in roles within product, equipment, food/beverage, and pharmaceutical manufacturing, and I work closely with some of the most respected employers in the industry.
My approach is consultative, transparent, and relationship-driven. I’ll take the time to understand your goals, skills, and preferences—and then help you navigate the search process with confidence. From resume tips and interview prep to timely feedback and honest communication, my goal is to make your job search feel less stressful and more strategic.
I’ve worked with professionals at all levels—from early career to senior leadership—and I’m always looking to expand my network of talented candidates. Whether you’re actively on the market or just curious about what’s out there, I’d love to connect.