Human Resources Manager

W3Global; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global in Gainesville, TX is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations for a multi-shift manufacturing workforce. This onsite, full-time role partners with ownership, managers, and supervisors to oversee employee relations, payroll, benefits, recruitment, onboarding, compliance, performance management, and engagement.

The candidate will manage HRIS and payroll via Paycom, support leave and workers' compensation, and develop HR initiatives to improve

Qualifications

• Experience leading HR operations for a multi-shift workforce.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations, payroll, benefits, recruitment, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day HR operations for a multi-shift manufacturing workforce.
• Oversee employee relations, payroll, benefits, onboarding, and compliance.
• Manage HRIS/payroll processes and ensure accurate records across shifts.
• Advise managers on coaching, performance, and disciplinary actions.
• Coordinate benefits enrollment, open enrollment, and COBRA administration.

Skills

HR Leadership

Employee Relations

Payroll Administration

Recruitment

Policy Compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

Paycom HRIS

Job description

Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and people-focused

Title: Human Resources Manager Location: Gainesville, TX Job Type: Full-Time Workplace: Onsite Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and people-focused Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations for a multi-shift manufacturing workforce in Gainesville, Texas. The HR Manager will serve as a strategic and operational partner to company ownership, managers, and supervisors, overseeing employee relations, payroll administration, benefits, talent acquisition, onboarding, employment compliance, performance management, and employee engagement. This role requires a hands-on HR professional who can independently manage the complete employee lifecycle while ensuring accurate HR administration, consistent application of company policies, and compliance with applicable federal and Texas employment regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting employees across multiple shifts, resolving workplace concerns, advising supervisors, managing HRIS and payroll processes through Paycom, and developing HR initiatives that support employee retention, workforce development, and overall business objectives.

Key ResponsibilitiesBilingual English/Spanish communication skills are strongly preferred.

• Employee Relations & HR Leadership
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and workplace issues.
• Conduct confidential workplace investigations and resolve employee conflicts fairly and professionally.
• Advise managers and supervisors on employee coaching, performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and employment practices.
• Support leadership with employee relations matters and workforce management decisions.
• Payroll, HRIS & Employee Records
• Administer and maintain employee records and HR transactions within Paycom HRIS.
• Process employee hires, terminations, compensation changes, status updates, schedules, attendance, PTO, and timekeeping corrections.
• Review payroll inputs, deductions, benefits contributions, retirement contributions, garnishments, and child support orders.
• Coordinate payroll corrections and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HR documentation.
• Benefits & Retirement Administration
• Administer employee medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement benefits.
• Coordinate new-hire enrollment, qualifying life events, annual open enrollment, and COBRA administration.
• Reconcile insurance carrier invoices, employee eligibility records, enrollment information, and payroll deductions.
• Assist employees with benefits-related questions and resolve enrollment or deduction discrepancies.
• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
• Manage full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, offers, and pre-employment processes.
• Coordinate staffing agency relationships and workforce hiring requirements.
• Manage new-hire orientation, employment documentation, Form I-9 completion, and HRIS setup.
• Coordinate initial safety training and departmental onboarding.
• Partner with supervisors to improve new-hire integration and employee retention.
• Leave Management, Accommodations & Workers' Compensation
• Coordinate FMLA and other applicable employee leave programs.
• Manage ADA interactive processes, workplace accommodations, and medical restrictions.
• Coordinate return-to-work planning and modified-duty opportunities when available.
• Administer workers' compensation claims in collaboration with employees, insurance carriers, adjusters, healthcare providers, Safety, and Operations.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and ensure timely follow-up.
• Employment Compliance & Policy Administration
• Support compliance with applicable federal and Texas employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain compliance related to wage and hour requirements, EEO, I-9, ACA, OSHA recordkeeping, unemployment, and employee privacy.
• Conduct routine HR audits and maintain accurate personnel documentation.
• Review and update company HR policies and employee handbook provisions.
• Partner with leadership and external advisors on employment-related matters.
• Performance Management & Employee Training
• Coordinate employee performance reviews, merit increases, compensation adjustments, promotions, and development plans.
• Maintain job descriptions, training documentation, and employee certification records.
• Monitor EHS and ARM Training Academy assignments and completion.
• Collaborate with supervisors, Safety, and Quality teams to strengthen job-specific training and employee skill development.
• Employee Engagement & HR Reporting
• Support employee recognition programs, engagement surveys, and retention initiatives.
• Promote effective communication across multiple shifts.
• Track and report HR metrics, including headcount, turnover, attendance, staffing levels, and workforce trends.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, employee satisfaction, and organizational effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in HR management, HR leadership, or a comparable HR operational leadership role.
• Working knowledge of employee relations, payroll administration, benefits, recruitment, and employment compliance.
• Experience managing confidential employee information and sensitive workplace matters.
• Strong understanding of HR policies, employee documentation, and performance management processes.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance to managers and supervisors.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and support employees across multiple shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment.
• Experience using Paycom HRIS and payroll systems.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills strongly preferred.
• Experience managing staffing agency relationships and high-volume recruitment.
• Knowledge of workers' compensation, FMLA, ADA accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.

Compensation Work Environment

• Full-time, onsite HR leadership position.
• Location: Gainesville, Texas.
• Supports a multi-shift manufacturing workforce.
• Regular interaction with employees, supervisors, managers, company ownership, and external service providers.