HR Manager: Payroll, Engagement & People Relations Lead

AKG North America; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AKG North America is seeking an HR Manager – Payroll, Benefits & Employee Relations in Mebane, NC with support for a SD location. You will lead payroll operations, champion employee relations, and drive engagement across multiple sites.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of HR experience including payroll and employee relations, and leadership responsibilities. Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, including payroll and employee relations responsibilities.
• Previous leadership or management experience within HR required, including coaching or guiding team members.
• At least 2 years of management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in a multi-site and/or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Payroll leadership and oversight across multi-site locations (NC & SD).
• Review and approve payroll outputs, audits, and reconciliations; collaborate with Finance.
• Lead employee relations matters, investigations, and coaching leaders on performance management.
• Drive employee engagement strategy and communications across locations; manage recognition programs.
• Collaborate with HR team to ensure consistent policies and continuous improvement.

Skills

Payroll oversight

Employee relations

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Attention to detail

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business or related field

Job description

AKG North America is seeking an HR Manager – Payroll, Benefits & Employee Relations in Mebane, NC with support for a SD location. You will lead payroll operations, champion employee relations, and drive engagement across multiple sites.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, 5+ years of HR experience including payroll and employee relations, and leadership responsibilities. Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred.