Human Resources Manager

TRS Staffing Solutions; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions is seeking an HR Manager to lead core HR functions and act as a strategic partner to leadership. The role drives HR strategy, ensures compliance with employment laws, and fosters a high-performance, inclusive culture.

You will oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, HR operations, and workforce planning, with on-site work in Minnesota.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in steel, mining, heavy industry, energy or large infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of US employment laws and HR best practices.
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with business priorities.
• Advise management on HR policies, employee relations, and organizational change.
• Lead workforce planning and talent strategy.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment and onboarding.
• Collaborate with leaders to ensure timely and effective hiring.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters.
• Conduct investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives.
• Oversee performance management, goal setting, and review cycles.
• Manage compensation programs ensuring pay equity and market competitiveness.
• Conduct salary benchmarking and recommend compensation adjustments.
• Oversee payroll accuracy and compliance with wage and hour laws.
• Administer benefits programs and address employee inquiries.
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Manage HRIS, reporting, and people analytics.

Skills

HR management

US employment law

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Discretion

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Master’s degree or HR certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR)

Tools

HRIS

Job description

The HR Manager will lead and manage all core HR functions while serving as a strategic business partner to leadership. This role is responsible for developing and executing HR strategies that support organizational goals, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and fostering a high-performance, inclusive workplace culture. The position oversees talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, HR operations, and workforce planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with business priorities.
• Advise management on HR policies, employee relations, and organizational change.
• Lead workforce planning and talent strategy.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment and onboarding.
• Collaborate with leaders to ensure timely and effective hiring.
• Manage relationships with external recruiters and talent partners.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters.
• Conduct investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and culture initiatives.
• Oversee performance management, goal setting, and review cycles.
• Manage compensation programs ensuring pay equity and market competitiveness.
• Conduct salary benchmarking and recommend compensation adjustments.
• Oversee payroll accuracy and compliance with wage and hour laws.
• Administer benefits programs and address employee inquiries.
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Manage HRIS, reporting, and people analytics.

Skills and Qualifications:

• 10 to 12 years of progressive Human Resource Experience preferable within steel, mining, heavy industry, energy or large infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of US employment laws and HR best practices.
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• MUST be willing to work on-site in Minnesota
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field required
• Master’s degree or professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred