HR Manager - Manufacturing: People, Policy & Growth

Judge Direct Placement; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Judge Direct Placement seeks a Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations in the Lincoln, NE area. This role drives staffing, policy, and workforce development in a manufacturing setting.

You will partner with leadership to optimize recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and compliance, while maintaining confidential HR records and payroll support for hourly staff. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of HR experience in manufacturing and a track record of building a positive

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of HR experience in a manufacturing plant.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update job descriptions, org structures, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Lead recruiting: sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding, and retention activities.
• Coordinate new hire orientation and employee training programs for successful integration and development.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees on performance management, employee relations, coaching, and workplace concerns.
• Administer employee benefits programs and serve as a resource for benefits inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies through audits, investigations, and recordkeeping.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Manage and maintain confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Support payroll processing and ensure accurate and timely submission for hourly employees.
• Promote a positive workplace culture through employee engagement and communication initiatives.
• Conduct routine workplace safety inspections and support compliance with health and safety standards.
• Coordinate and track required employee training and development programs.
• Assist with workplace incident reporting, workers' compensation administration, and related follow-up activities.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and recommendations to support operational and workforce objectives.
• Partner with leadership to support organizational growth, employee development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

Judge Direct Placement seeks a Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations in the Lincoln, NE area. This role drives staffing, policy, and workforce development in a manufacturing setting.

You will partner with leadership to optimize recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and compliance, while maintaining confidential HR records and payroll support for hourly staff. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of HR experience in manufacturing and a track record of building a positive