Human Resources Leader

Reliance One, Inc.; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance One, Inc. is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead HR initiatives across our organization in Walker, MI.

This in-person role requires partnering with leadership, guiding HR operations, and supporting employees and managers across office and field environments. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in employee relations, labor relations, multi-state compliance, culture initiatives, and ERP-based HR processes, with a track record of building strong teams and advancing workforce

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong leadership in HR functions and advising leadership.
• Experience with multi-state HR compliance.
• Hands-on union/labor relations experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR operations and advise employees, managers, and senior leadership.
• Foster positive employee relations and coach leaders through workplace issues.
• Develop surveys and use feedback to improve engagement and culture.
• Develop and implement HR policies, SOPs, and best practices.
• Oversee HR compliance across multiple states (FMLA, disabilities, regulations).
• Manage union field manpower with project managers.
• Partner with leadership and Safety on grievances and labor issues.
• Build relationships with union employees and leadership.
• Partner with Finance to administer benefits programs.
• Lead talent management: workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, development, succession.

Skills

Employee relations

Labor relations

Multi-state HR

Compliance

Culture initiatives

HR operations

Leadership

Performance management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Related field experience

Tools

HRIS/ERP systems

Job description

Human Resource Manager

Location: Walker, MI | In-Person

Schedule: Full-Time | 40 hours/week

Direct Hire Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced, people-focused HR Manager/HR Leader to join our Client's growing team and take ownership of key HR initiatives across our organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned HR professional who can operate independently, partner directly with leadership, and serve as a trusted HR resource for employees and managers across both office and field environments.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employee relations, labor/union relations, multi-state HR, compliance, culture initiatives, and HR operations, with the leadership experience to manage HR functions and guide a small HR team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR operations and serve as a trusted advisor to employees, managers, and senior leadership
• Foster a positive employee relations environment and coach leaders through workplace issues, performance concerns, corrective actions, and disciplinary matters
• Develop, administer, and analyze employee/culture surveys and use feedback to identify opportunities for improving employee engagement and workplace culture
• Develop, update, and implement HR policies, procedures, SOPs, and best practices across the organization
• Oversee HR compliance across multiple states, including FMLA, disability, employment regulations, and other applicable requirements
• Manage union field manpower in partnership with project managers
• Partner with leadership and Safety on employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and labor relations issues
• Build and maintain effective relationships with union employees and union leadership
• Partner with Finance and benefits brokers to administer competitive benefits programs and resolve employee issues
• Lead talent management initiatives, including workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, employee development, and succession planning
• Develop and deliver employee development and leadership training programs
• Oversee the performance management process and coach leaders on employee performance and corrective actions
• Maintain accurate employee and benefits information within HR/ERP systems
• Support internal communications, including company newsletters and organizational updates
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 1–2 HR professionals
• Oversee and/or support payroll processing and ensure accurate payroll-related information
• Maintain a visible HR presence across the corporate office, remote offices, and job sites

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead HR functions and advise organizational leadership
• Experience supporting a multi-state workforce and managing related HR compliance requirements
• Strong, hands-on union/labor relations experience required
• Experience working with union leadership, grievances, and contract-related matters
• Experience managing or participating in employee/culture surveys and using results to improve employee engagement and workplace culture
• Strong employee relations experience, including coaching leaders through performance, disciplinary, and workplace matters
• Experience creating, updating, and implementing HR policies, procedures, or SOPs
• Hands-on experience with payroll processing, payroll review, or payroll oversight
• Experience working with ERP and/or HR management systems
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, labor relations, HR compliance, performance management, and HR operations
• M&A integration experience is a plus

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an established HR professional who has progressed beyond a traditional HR generalist role and is comfortable owning HR responsibilities, advising leadership, and making independent decisions.

You should be someone who can walk into a complex employee relations or labor relations situation, partner with leadership, determine the appropriate course of action, and see the issue through to resolution.

The Ideal Candidate Will Bring

• Proven HR leadership/management experience
• Strong employee and labor relations expertise
• Hands-on union experience
• Multi-state HR and compliance experience
• Experience conducting or managing culture/employee engagement surveys
• Experience working within ERP/HR systems
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies and processes
• Strong communication and leadership presence
• The ability to build trust with employees, managers, union representatives, and senior leadership
• Strong judgment and discretion when handling sensitive employee matters
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to HR
• A commitment to continuous improvement and building a positive workplace culture

If you are an experienced HR Manager or HR Leader with strong employee relations, union, multi-state, culture survey, and ERP experience, we would love to hear from you.

Reliance One, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.