Human Resources Manager

Strategic Employment Partners (SEP); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic HR Manager to lead key HR initiatives across multiple sites. This role focuses on payroll administration, employee relations, and compliance, offering a chance to thrive in a people-first environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in HR, particularly in retail or manufacturing, and will enjoy fostering a positive workplace culture. With a competitive salary and opportunities for growth, this is a perfect chance to make a significant impact in a mission-driven company.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 4+ years of progressive HR experience with payroll administration.
• Experience in retail, manufacturing, or CPG industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Oversee employee onboarding and benefits administration.
• Collaborate with department heads for seasonal hiring.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Employee Relations

Onboarding

HR Compliance

Conflict Resolution

Recruitment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Paylocity

ADP

Job description

Strategic Employment Partners (SEP) provided pay range

This range is provided by Strategic Employment Partners (SEP). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

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About the Company:

We are a growing, mission-driven company operating at the intersection of retail, manufacturing, and consumer goods. With a reputation for quality products and a strong company culture, we are seeking a hands-on HR Manager to support our multi-site operations and lead key HR initiatives across our factory and retail locations.

Position Overview:

The HR Manager will play a critical role in managing core HR functions across our Boston, MA and Walpole, NH locations. This individual will be responsible for end-to-end payroll administration, seasonal hiring support, and employee relations. This is an onsite role based either in Walpole or Boston, with regular travel between locations depending on your home base:

• Boston-based candidates must be able to travel to Walpole once per week.

• Walpole-based candidates will be required to travel to Boston approximately twice per month.

This role is best suited for an HR professional who thrives in a dynamic, people-first environment and has experience working in retail, manufacturing, or CPG industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and process payroll for hourly and salaried employees (Paylocity experience preferred, but ADP is acceptable)

• Oversee employee onboarding, benefits administration, and HR compliance across both locations

• Collaborate with department heads to recruit and onboard seasonal staff for factory and retail operations

• Serve as a resource for employee relations, conflict resolution, and HR policy guidance

• Maintain employee records and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws

• Lead or support ongoing HR projects such as training programs, performance evaluations, and engagement initiatives

• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture in line with company values

• Serve as a liaison between corporate and site leadership teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred

• 4+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 1–2 years handling payroll administration

• Experience using Paylocity, ADP, or comparable payroll systems

• Prior experience recruiting or managing seasonal/temporary workforces preferred

• Industry experience in CPG, retail, or manufacturing is a significant plus

• Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently

• Must be comfortable working onsite 5 days a week, with regular travel between Boston and Walpole locations

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Office Administration

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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