Human Resources Manager

Gulf Copper and Manufacturing; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Group Health & Dental Plan

Short- & Long‑Term Disability Insurance

Life & Voluntary Life Insurance

Holiday & Vacation Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leader in marine manufacturing is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee key human resources functions and support a growing workforce. This role involves managing HR operations, employee relations, compliance, and strategic initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess strong managerial experience in HR, effective communication skills, and a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field. A commitment to company values and the ability to work in diverse conditions is essential. This position is based in Galveston, Texas.

Qualifications

• Five years of managerial experience in HR or related field.
• Experience in private or public HR sector.
• Proficient in labor law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR operations, employee relations, and compliance.
• Recruit, interview, and select candidates for vacancies.
• Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict resolution skills

Problem analysis

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in relevant field

SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suites

HRIS

Job description

HR Manager - Gulf Copper & Manufacturing

Gulf Copper is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead key human resources functions and support our growing workforce. This role oversees HR operations, employee relations, compliance, and strategic initiatives across all departmentsp>

Location

Galveston, TX

About Us

For over 75 years, Gulf Copper & Manufacturing has been a customer‑driven leader in the marine and offshore industries, delivering unwavering quality and an uncompromising commitment to safety, integrity, and environmental protection.

Benefits We Offer

• 401(k)
• Group Health & Dental Plan
• Short- & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Life & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Holiday & Vacation Pay
• Employee Assistance Program

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the following: other duties may be assigned.

• Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts, and helping resolve work‑related problems.
• Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Advise managers on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment and recommend needed changes.
• Identify staff vacancies and recruit, interview and select applicants.
• Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.
• Plan, organize, direct, control or coordinate the personnel, training, or labor relations activities of an organization.
• Represent organization at personnel‑related hearings and investigations.
• Administer compensation, benefits, and performance management systems, and safety and recreation programs.
• Prepare and follow budgets for personnel operations.
• Oversee records maintenance and compile statistical reports concerning personnel‑related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, and absenteeism rates.
• Oversee the evaluation, classification and rating of occupations and job positions.
• Oversee the allocation of human resources, ensuring appropriate matches between personnel.
• Oversee the preparation of personnel forecast to project employment needs.
• Stay current on Federal, state and case law changes and monitor labor updates and newsletters for changes that affect HR.
• Propose, publish, and administer personnel policies.
• Obtain bids upon renewal, confer with management regarding benefits costs, make recommendation as to employer/employee cost sharing, perform open enrollment and benefits meetings, and process applications.
• Design personnel forms and direct the maintenance of personnel records by all departments.
• Conduct research, assimilate data and create a wage/salary scale along with managing job descriptions.
• Conduct needs assessment, develop training curriculum, and conduct training sessions on various HR topics.
• Review, analyze and finalize all year‑end reconciliation and compliance audits and reports.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Psychology, Education and/or commensurate experience.
• Five (5) years of accomplished managerial and/or supervisory experience in the private or public sector.
• Three to Five years of managerial and/or generalist experience in the Human Resources field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites and HRIS.
• Expertise in labor law and HR best practices.
• Associate membership with National / Local HR Organization.
• Society of HR Management certifications: SHRM-CP or SHRM‑SCP preferred.

Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to all weather conditions, especially hot, humid and/or rainy weather, combined with regular work time indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.

Necessary Equipment Operation

• Office equipment, including telephone, fax machine, scanner, computer, printer, and ten‑key.

Special Skills

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and conflict skills.
• High performance and a strong team player.
• Demonstrate ability to lead people and get results through people.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Problem analysis and resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
• Ability to meet deadlines and complete urgent tasks.
• Commitment to company values, policies and procedures and safety program.

It is the individual responsibility of every employee to maintain a current awareness and understanding of appropriate regulations, internal policies and procedures, and to comply fully with those regulations, policies and procedures.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of assigned personnel.

Descriptions followed by an asterisk indicate daily or more frequent responsibilities.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email: [email protected]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e‑mail: [email protected].