Human Resources Manager

A leading manufacturer and distributor is seeking a Human Resources Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will support the full scope of Human Resources responsibilities and partner with the organization on strategic initiatives. They will maintain and enhance the organization's human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating human resources policies, programs, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive work environment and culture by acting as first point-of-contact for all HR inquiries, with an employee-centric mindset to create a positive, memorable experience for every employee owner.
• Ensure timely and effective resolutions regarding benefits, payroll, system access, workers’ compensation, leaves of absence and policy interpretations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies and procedures. File appropriate compliance reports with regulatory agencies.
• Stay abreast of legal updates and implement necessary changes in HR practices and policies.
• Maintain accurate HR records, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and lead and/or participate in audits of HR processes and data.
• Process payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees on a biweekly basis to ensure all changes are captured and processed accurately.
• Provide onboarding and offboarding activities.
• Support and participate in various HR projects such as HRIS implementation, policy revision/updates, and HR communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5+ of experience in human resources.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, multi-state, and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills.