Human Resource Manager

002479 Freudenberg Residential Filtration Technologies Inc.; Wellford (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Residential Filtration Technologies Inc. in Wellford, SC is seeking an experienced HR leader to partner with plant leadership on workforce planning, employee relations, and talent development.

You will oversee recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and HR processes for up to 100 employees. Lead performance management, engagement initiatives, and ensure compliance with labor laws and health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is required.
• 6+ years of HR management experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of labor laws, health and safety regulations, and HR policies.
• Experience using HR systems and payroll tools for HR data management.
• Ability to manage employee relations, resolve conflicts, and lead employee engagement programs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Plant Leadership to advise on workforce planning and talent development.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, employee records, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and HR processes for up to 100 employees.
• Drive Employee Engagement and Relations; foster an inclusive workplace culture; address employee relations matters, coaching, and disciplinary processes.
• Lead talent development opportunities and partner with managers to build employee skills and career growth.
• Guide performance reviews, talent discussions, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies; promote employee well‑being.
• Utilize HR data to drive decisions; maintain accurate records and report turnover, absenteeism, and engagement.

Skills

People management

HR strategy

Workforce planning

Employee relations

Performance management

Compliance

HR data analytics

Payroll coordination

Bilingual English/Spanish

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

HRIS / Payroll software

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities: Partner with Plant Leadership Act as a trusted advisor to plant management on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, and talent development. Support the implementation of HR strategies that align with business objectives and operational goals.

Lead HR Operations

Oversee daily HR activities for a workforce of up to 100 employees. Manage recruitment, onboarding, employee records, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and HR processes. Drive Employee Engagement and Relations Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Address employee relations matters with professionalism and fairness, including conflict resolution, coaching, and disciplinary processes. Lead initiatives that enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall workplace satisfaction.

Support Talent Development

Identify training and development opportunities that strengthen workforce capabilities. Partner with managers to build employee skills, support career growth, and promote continuous learning.

Champion Performance Management

Guide leaders through performance reviews, talent discussions, and performance improvement initiatives. Help develop high‑performing teams that contribute to operational success.

Ensure Compliance

Maintain compliance with labor laws and company policies. Promote programs that support employee well‑being.

Utilize HR Data to Drive Decisions

Maintain accurate HR records and reporting. Analyze workforce metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, and employee engagement, to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in, Business Administration, or a related field. Bilingual English/Spanish is required. 6+ years of experience in HR management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment. Strong understanding of labor laws, health and safety regulations, and HR policies. Experience using HR systems and payroll tools for efficient HR data management. Ability to manage employee relations, resolve conflicts, and lead employee engagement programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Freudenberg Residential Filtration Technologies Inc.

Welcome to Freudenberg Without Freudenberg, indoor air would not be as clean, cars would not drive and wounds would not heal as quickly. And these are just three examples from thousands of our applications. Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.