HR Manager

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Located in Grand Rapids, MI

Salary: $72,000-$85,000/YR DOE

HR Manager Job Summary:

A leading manufacturing company with multiple locations and a growing workforce is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented HR Manager to join its team. The ideal candidate will possess strong labor law expertise and excel in project-focused initiatives, particularly in pay changes, employee handbooks, and federal and local law. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative team dedicated to safety, compliance, and employee well-being.

HR Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of employment processes, including compensation, payroll, benefits, employee relations, performance management, and training programs.
• Offer HR guidance and support to both employees and management, providing coaching on performance issues and resolving conflicts.
• Develop, implement, and oversee company policies and programs in training, compensation, compliance, and benefits to attract and retain talent.
• Maintain accurate electronic employee records within HRIS and payroll systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations concerning equal employment opportunities, unemployment compensation, EEOC, FMLA, and FLSA.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints and resolve issues effectively.
• Assess training needs and create development programs, including onboarding, classroom training, safety protocols, and leadership training.
• Propose and implement programs and policies that safeguard both company and employee interests, in line with HR standards and legal requirements.
• Supervise and mentor other HR staff as necessary.
• Lead initiatives related to compensation structures, handbook revisions, and ESPA updates.
• Collaborate on training and safety programs, ensuring adherence to OSHA regulations and handling worker’s compensation matters.
• Make decisions regarding employee benefits in partnership with third-party vendors to enhance coverage options.
• Align HR initiatives across all locations with corporate guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with relevant labor laws and manufacturing sector regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by senior management.

Schedule & Pay:

• Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, schedule variance to match production may be needed at times 
• $72,000-$85,000/year, depending on experience

HR Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is desired.
• HRCI and/or SHRM certification is preferred.
• 3-5 years of HR experience in multi-location manufacturing settings is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations is essential.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels; must exhibit approachability and transparency.
• Proficiency in computer applications, particularly HR-related software.

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• Send Kaylee your resume to kaylee.cooper@expresspros.com 
• Give our office a call:  (direct)  (office)
• Stop by our office: 1760 44th Street SW, Suite 10. Inside the Chateau Centre.

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

About Specialized Recruiting Group, an Express Employment Professionals Company

Specialized Recruiting Group is a professional and executive search firm with expertise in human resources, accounting & finance, supply chain, engineering, operations, sales/marketing, and non-profit positions. Our mission is to use strategy, empathy, and relationships to create connections, build community, & ensure a positive and inclusive customer experience. We are diligent about identifying talented professionals that fit our clients’ missions, visions, and cultures.

Since 1996, Express Employment Professionals of Grand Rapids has been empowered by our work of connecting people with great jobs and great companies. We are energized by our mission of helping people be successful. We love making a difference in people’s lives and careers. To us, it’s more than a job, it’s an opportunity. It’s belief in your abilities and in your talents and in you. It’s more than a job. It’s your future.

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