Human Resources Manager

Kelso Industries; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelso Industries is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support FabLogix operations in Duncan, South Carolina. This hands-on business partner role balances shop floor realities with leadership discussions, focusing on workforce planning, organizational development, employee relations, and performance management to scale the organization.

You will implement Kelso Industries’ HR programs, drive talent development, coach leaders, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience in a similar role.
• Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, construction, or industrial workforce preferred.
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders and frontline staff.
• Strong employee relations, investigations, performance management, and coaching.
• Experience supporting organizational growth, workforce planning, change management.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related; SHRM-CP/PHR certification is a plus.
• Ability to work onsite in Duncan, South Carolina and travel occasionally to other locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR business partner to FabLogix leadership, supervisors, and employees.
• Lead workforce planning, staffing, retention, and talent development.
• Provide HR guidance aligning business priorities with people strategies.
• Support performance management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Promote policies, employment practices, and compliance.
• Coordinate HR programs with Kelso Industries and FabLogix leadership.
• Assist with HR operational processes and employee lifecycle activities.
• Champion culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Growth & change

Partnership building

Compliance

Manufacturing HR

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related

SHRM-CP/PHR is a plus

Job description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 5,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

HR Manager| FabLogix | Duncan, South Carolina

FabLogix is a rapidly growing manufacturing and fabrication organization supporting complex industrial and construction markets. Our success depends on building strong teams, developing capable leaders, and creating an environment where employees can perform, grow, and build long-term careers.

As FabLogix continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced HR Manager to support our operations in Duncan, South Carolina. This role will serve as a trusted partner to FabLogix leadership and employees, connecting business priorities with practical people strategies that help the organization scale. Someone that has led the people side of rapid growth of 2x-3x within a pre-fab or manufacturing environment would potentially make a good fit.

This is a hands-on business partner role for someone who can move comfortably between the shop floor and leadership discussions. The HR Manager will support workforce planning, organizational development, employee relations, performance management, leadership development, and day-to-day HR needs while helping implement Kelso Industries’ broader HR programs and standards.

The position will be based onsite in Duncan, South Carolina and will partner closely with FabLogix leadership and the broader Kelso Industries HR organization.

Key Responsibilities

HR Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary HR business partner to FabLogix leadership, supervisors, and employees.
• Develop a strong understanding of the operation, workforce, business priorities, and growth plans to provide practical, business-focused HR support.
• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational structure, staffing needs, employee retention, and talent development.
• Translate business needs into actionable people strategies that support growth, productivity, and organizational effectiveness.
• Provide leadership with HR insight and guidance while maintaining a strong connection to employees and frontline operations.

Organizational & Talent Development

• Partner with leaders to identify talent needs, organizational gaps, and opportunities to strengthen team effectiveness.
• Support performance management, succession planning, career development, and leadership development initiatives.
• Coach managers and supervisors on leadership effectiveness, employee development, performance expectations, and accountability.
• Help build scalable practices that support FabLogix as the organization continues to grow.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leaders to proactively understand current and future workforce requirements.

Employee Relations & Leadership Coaching

• Serve as a trusted resource for employees and leaders on workplace matters.
• Lead and support employee relations matters, investigations, corrective actions, and performance concerns.
• Coach leaders on effectively managing performance, conflict, communication, and team dynamics.
• Promote consistent, fair, and values-aligned application of policies and employment practices.
• Build strong relationships throughout the organization and maintain a visible presence within the operation.

Culture & Employee Engagement

• Champion a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and employee development.
• Partner with leadership to identify opportunities to improve employee engagement and retention.
• Support communication and change-management efforts as FabLogix and Kelso Industries continue to grow and evolve.
• Help strengthen the employee experience while balancing employee needs with the operational requirements of the business.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including ADA, FMLA, FLSA, I-9, EEO, USERRA, and workers’ compensation requirements.
• Support the effective execution of HR processes throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Champion and implement Kelso Industries HR programs, systems, policies, and operational initiatives within FabLogix.
• Partner with centralized HR specialists and shared resources to ensure FabLogix receives effective support while maintaining consistent enterprise standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, consistency, and service delivery.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including experience in an HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or comparable role.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing, fabrication, construction, industrial, or similarly operational workforce strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective partnerships with business leaders, frontline supervisors, and employees.
• Strong employee relations experience, including investigations, performance management, coaching, and conflict resolution.
• Experience supporting organizational growth, workforce planning, talent development, and change management.
• Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Ability to balance strategic business partnership with hands‑on execution in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.
• Strong communication, judgment, problem‑solving, and relationship‑building skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline preferred; SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SC, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus.
• Ability to work onsite in Duncan, South Carolina and travel occasionally to other locations as business needs require.

Work Location

FabLogix | Duncan, South Carolina
This is an onsite role designed to maintain close partnership with FabLogix leadership, operations, and employees.

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You’ll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You’ll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business