Human Resource Manager

Paycom; Solomon (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid PTO

Training & development

Stable, full-time role

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Abilene Machine, located in Solomon, KS, seeks a hands-on HR Manager to lead the HR function in a growing agricultural manufacturing environment. You will partner with executives to support a safe, compliant, and productive workplace, handling employee relations, payroll, benefits, performance management, and HR administration.

The role blends strategic leadership with day-to-day HR operations, focusing on policy development, workforce planning, and safety programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Experience in HR for manufacturing, agricultural, or industrial settings preferred.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, and MS Office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and workforce planning in partnership with leadership and department managers.
• Advise managers on employee relations, performance management, and hiring decisions.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, retention, and staffing planning.
• Oversee payroll processing, timekeeping, pay changes, and payroll records.
• Manage compensation, benefits programs, and employee communications.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook updates.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Oversee HR data, reporting, and confidential personnel information.
• Lead training, employee development, and engagement initiatives.
• Support safety and compliance programs with management.
• Coach supervisors on policy enforcement and leadership.

Skills

Employee relations

Payroll management

Benefits administration

Performance management

Workforce planning

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Timekeeping systems

MS Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Solomon, KS 67480, About the Role

Abilene Machine is seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead our HR function in a growing agricultural manufacturing environment. This position partners with executive leadership, managers, supervisors, and employees to support a safe, productive, compliant, and positive workplace.

The HR Manager will oversee employee relations, recruiting, payroll, benefits, performance management, compliance, training, HR administration, and workplace safety. This is an opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys both strategic leadership and hands-on involvement in day‑to‑day HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and workforce planning in partnership with executive leadership and department managers.
• Advise managers and supervisors on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary matters, hiring, promotions, and terminations.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, retention, staffing, and workforce planning.
• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing, timekeeping, employee pay changes, deductions, and payroll records.
• Manage compensation and benefits programs, including employee communications and vendor coordination.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, employee handbook updates, and employment practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Oversee employee records, HR systems, reporting, and confidential personnel information.
• Lead performance management, employee development, training, and engagement initiatives.
• Support workplace safety and compliance programs in partnership with management.
• Conduct and support employee investigations and resolve workplace concerns appropriately.
• Coach and support supervisors and managers in effective leadership and consistent application of company policies.
• Promote a culture aligned with our values of Integrity, Driven, Team First, Coachable, and Humble & Confident.
• Perform other HR responsibilities and projects as assigned.

Qualifications: Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, or a related field.
• Experience in human resources; manufacturing, agricultural, industrial, or operational experience preferred.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with little or no oversight.
• Intermediate computer and data entry skills.
• Experience with HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, and Microsoft Office systems preferred.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to set priorities, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.

Our Core Values

• Integrity — We do the right thing every time and take ownership of our actions and results.
• Driven — We take initiative, solve problems, and continuously raise the standard.
• Team First — We support one another and do what it takes to get the job done right.
• Coachable — We seek feedback, stay open‑minded, and learn from every situation.
• Humble & Confident — We take pride in our abilities while remaining grounded and open to growth.

Benefits

We invest in our employees with benefits designed to support health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance.

Eligible employees receive:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match of up to 5% after one year
• PTO accruing monthly
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Stable, full‑time employment with a growing organization
• Supportive, team‑oriented work environment

Why Join Us?

If you are an HR professional who enjoys working directly with people, solving problems, supporting leaders, and making a meaningful impact on company culture, we want to hear from you.