HR Manager & Talent Partner, Twin Cities Area

Manufacturers Distributor Inc; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Manufacturers Distributor Inc. is seeking an experienced HR Manager/HR Business Partner to partner with site leadership in Saint Paul, MN. You will lead full‑cycle recruitment, manage performance processes, ensure legal compliance, and support compensation and benefits in a multi‑site manufacturing environment.

The role requires 5–8 years of HR experience, a relevant degree, and knowledge of federal/state laws. Travel within Minnesota may be required as part of a broader HR program across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5–8 years of progressive HR experience; HR Manager or HR Business Partner experience preferred.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Experience in multi-site environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site leadership to drive talent strategy across current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Provide guidance to management on complex and sensitive HR questions; handle accommodations, investigations, and terminations.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment for exempt and non-exempt roles and define hiring strategies with managers.
• Administer performance management processes and coach managers on documentation and corrective action to reduce risk.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws; manage postings, recordkeeping and documentation.
• Maintain HRIS accuracy and generate reports for new hires, changes, and terminations.
• Support compensation and benefits administration and communicate employee programs.
• Handle employee relations matters including investigations, complaints, policy violations, and unemployment claims.
• Collaborate to improve HR processes and integration efforts across sites.
• Oversee benefits administration for multiple sites, including enrollment support and vendor coordination.
• Maintain high ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism in employee interactions.
• Travel within state; occasional travel outside state may be required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HR management

Recruiting

Employee relations

Coaching managers

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

MS Office

Job description

Manufacturers Distributor Inc. is seeking an experienced HR Manager/HR Business Partner to partner with site leadership in Saint Paul, MN. You will lead full‑cycle recruitment, manage performance processes, ensure legal compliance, and support compensation and benefits in a multi‑site manufacturing environment.

The role requires 5–8 years of HR experience, a relevant degree, and knowledge of federal/state laws. Travel within Minnesota may be required as part of a broader HR program across sites.