Human Resources Manager

Standard Motor Products, Inc.; Greenville, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) in Greenville, South Carolina, is seeking a seasoned HR leader to head Human Resources for the Greenville Operations. This role drives HR processes, staffing, onboarding, benefits, safety, and data reporting under the Plant Manager's direction.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has 5+ years of HR/Safety experience, with proven staff leadership and strategic initiatives to support plant goals and employee relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in HR/Safety.
• Experience leading HR staff and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Administers the Human Resource Process for the facility
• Leads and directs Human Resources staff
• Leads strategic initiatives as they relate to people
• Leads staffing process from hourly through management
• Leads on-boarding process for new employees
• Leads Safety Process for facility
• Participates in development of plant goals
• Reports data as necessary to Plant Manager
• Manages benefits administration
• Maintains Employee Handbook and changes as necessary
• Manages disciplinary processes
• Councils employees on various issues as necessary
• Administers compensation process as necessary
• Performs other tasks as assigned by management

Skills

Leadership

HR Strategy

Staff Management

Staffing

Onboarding

Safety Programs

Employee Counseling

Data Reporting

Benefits Admin

Disciplinary Process

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

SMP, 5150 Pelham Rd, Greenville, South Carolina, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Established in 1919 and traded on the NYSE, Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) is a leading independent manufacturer and distributor of premium automotive replacement parts utilized in the maintenance, repair, and service of vehicles in the automotive aftermarket. Additionally, SMP provides customized solutions for vehicle control and thermal management products in diversified end markets represented by its Engineered Solutions segment.

Globally, SMP employs over 6,000 employees across nearly 40 manufacturing, distribution, and engineering facilities and offices located in North America, Europe and Asia. SMP sells its products primarily to automotive aftermarket retailers, program distribution groups, warehouse distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and original equipment service part operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia, Mexico, and other Latin American countries.

Overall Scope

Perform all duties necessary, under the general direction of the Plant Manager to successfully lead the Human Resource efforts of Greenville Operations.

• BAC Degree
• Demonstrated Leadership Experience.
• Five or more years experience in the Human Resource/Safety field.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Administers the Human Resource Process for the facility
• Leads and directs Human Resources staff
• Leads strategic initiatives as they relate to people
• Leads staffing process from hourly through management
• Leads on-boarding process for new employees
• Leads Safety Process for facility
• Participates in development of plant goals
• Reports data as necessary to Plant Manger
• Manages benefits administration
• Maintains Employee Handbook and changes as necessary
• Manages disciplinary processes
• Councils employees on various issues as necessary
• Administers compensation process as necessary
• Performs other tasks as assigned by management

Ergonomic Focus

• Working at desk and walking in plant.
• Reading reports.
• Communicates in person and using telephone and computer.
• Typing on computer.
• Standing/walking/sitting during 8 hour work day.

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Standard Motor Products is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

SMP, 5150 Pelham Rd, Greenville, South Carolina, United States of America