HR Manager – Newaygo Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Newaygo (MI); On-site; USD 79,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network connects Michigan manufacturers in the Newaygo area with skilled HR leaders for current and future openings. This HR Manager opportunity centers on onboarding, payroll, policy guidance, and employee relations within a manufacturing setting in Newaygo County and surrounding communities.

Applicants should have 5+ years in HR, SHRM-CP or PHR certification, and HRIS/payroll experience. The network offers match-driven placements across production and office roles with

Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field.
• Five or more years of HR experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, and EEOC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding, training, and performance reviews.
• Maintain personnel records and HR information systems.
• Advise managers on policy and disciplinary matters.
• Oversee recruiting and hiring for production and office roles.
• Administer payroll, benefits, and leave programs.
• Handle employee relations and resolve workplace concerns.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state labor laws.
• Support safety programs and track incident reporting.

Skills

Strong communication

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP or PHR certification

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Job Description:

HR Manager | Newaygo, MI

Salary Range: $79,000 – $124,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in human resources management? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in the Newaygo area seeking HR Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers HR Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Newaygo in Newaygo County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Big Rapids, Paris, Casnovia, and Grant.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Newaygo area that add HR Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Manage onboarding, training, and performance reviews.
• Maintain personnel records and HR information systems.
• Advise managers on policy and disciplinary matters.
• Oversee recruiting and hiring for production and office roles.
• Administer payroll, benefits, and leave programs.
• Handle employee relations and resolve workplace concerns.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state labor laws.
• Support safety programs and track incident reporting.

Recommended Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field.
• Five or more years of HR experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, and EEOC requirements.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with union environments and collective bargaining.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• Background in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement.
• Experience building training and apprenticeship programs.
• Familiarity with multi-site HR operations.

Job Titles That Should Apply

HR Director, Talent Acquisition Manager, Human Resources Supervisor, People Operations Manager, Labor Relations Manager, Human Resources Manager, HR Generalist, Human Resources Business Partner, Personnel Manager, Employee Relations Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Osha HR Support Lean Manufacturing Development Talent Acquisition Succession Planning Driving Operations HR Policies Mandarin Recruitment Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Employee Engagement Regulatory Compliance Recruiting Spanish Compensation Employee Relations Conflict Resolution Performance Management Optimization Human Resources Manufacturing Regulations Administration Preparation Planning Business Management

Salary Package:

$ 79,000.00 – 124,000.00 (US Dollar)