HR Manager

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced HR Manager for a manufacturing company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role reports to the leadership team and balances day-to-day human resources with strategic workforce planning.

The ideal candidate will partner with senior leaders to support business objectives, develop talent, ensure compliance with employment laws, and lead programs to improve engagement and organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of employment law, HR compliance, and best practices.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Professional HR certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full spectrum of human resources functions, including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and programs that support organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and labor regulations.
• Partner with leadership teams to drive employee engagement initiatives and support organizational growth.
• Oversee payroll administration, employee benefits programs, and HR reporting metrics.
• Manage employee concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes with professionalism and consistency.
• Design and lead training and development initiatives to strengthen employee skills and career advancement opportunities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management and employees on all human resources matters.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Influence

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

HR Manager

Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Industry: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday
Compensation: $85,000 – $100,000 annually

HR Manager Opportunity

Our client, a growing and highly respected manufacturing company in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their leadership team. This HR Manager position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on company culture, employee engagement, and organizational success.

The ideal HR Manager will be a strategic business partner who can balance day-to-day human resources responsibilities with long-term workforce planning. This HR Manager will work closely with leadership to support business objectives, develop talent, and ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.

HR Manager Responsibilities

As the HR Manager, you will:

• Lead the full spectrum of human resources functions, including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and programs that support organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and labor regulations.
• Partner with leadership teams to drive employee engagement initiatives and support organizational growth.
• Oversee payroll administration, employee benefits programs, and HR reporting metrics.
• Manage employee concerns, investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary processes with professionalism and consistency.
• Design and lead training and development initiatives to strengthen employee skills and career advancement opportunities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management and employees on all human resources matters.

HR Manager Qualifications

To be successful in this HR Manager role, candidates should possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of employment law, HR compliance, and best practices.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to influence leaders and drive positive organizational change.
• Professional HR certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP are strongly preferred.

Why Consider This HR Manager Opportunity?

This HR Manager position offers the opportunity to join a stable manufacturing organization where the HR Manager plays a key role in shaping workplace culture, supporting employee development, and contributing to overall business success.