Human Resources Manager

MJ Recruiters, LLC; New Troy (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K

Medical benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MJ Recruiters, LLC is seeking a Human Resources Manager in New Troy, MI, to lead HR strategy in a stable manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include overseeing HR operations, compliance with labor laws, and improving employee relations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong HR background, preferably with manufacturing experience and be directly involved in payroll processing and employee lifecycle management. The organization values work/life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in a similar HR Manager role.
• Experience in HR functions within manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of BWC and FMLA.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations and communications.
• Develop and enforce company policies and employee handbook.
• Manage talent lifecycle including recruitment plans.
• Supervise payroll processes and benefits administration.
• Support employee relations and workplace incidents.
• Maintain HRIS system and manage data.

Skills

Employee relations

Conflict management

HR policy and procedures

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate's degree considered

Job description

Competitive Salary, Bonus, 401K, and More!

True Work/Life Balance:

Enjoy a standard Monday-through-Friday schedule (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST) with minimal weekend work and rare after‑hour calls.

Leadership & Impact:

Take the reins of the HR team, spearhead improvements to the onboarding process, and partner directly with leadership (including the COO and GM) to optimize HR functions.

Modern Systems Implementation:

Play a pivotal role in an upcoming HRIS implementation, driving data efficiency and system improvements.

Stability Meets Innovation:

Join a profitable, stable manufacturing plant utilizing cutting‑edge technology and launching exciting new programs.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Enjoy robust, multi‑tier medical benefits packages that include a company HSA match.

Profitable, stable manufacturer is hiring their next Human Resources Manager to coach and mentor a Human Resources Generalist and lead HR strategy at a fast‑paced manufacturing plant. Daily you will partner with operations and will report to the Chief Operating Officer. Responsibilities will include:

• HR Department Leadership: Oversee daily operations, communications, and reporting for the HR department while supervising team activities.
• Policy & Compliance: Develop, implement, and enforce company policies, maintain the employee handbook, and ensure compliance with labor laws, ACA, and annual EEO‑1 reporting.
• Talent Acquisition & Lifecycle: Manage the full employee lifecycle, including developing recruitment plans, overseeing onboarding/offboarding, and conducting exit interviews.
• Payroll Processing: Oversee and transmit weekly payroll, accurately tracking PTO, absences, and deductions.
• Benefits & Leave Administration: Direct employee benefits programs, resolve claims, approve invoices, and manage leave programs (FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, and Short‑Term Disability).
• Employee Relations & Morale: Provide functional guidance to staff and management, address workplace incidents, and support employee performance and morale.
• HRIS & Data Management: Maintain and optimize the HRIS system and research industry standards to develop competitive compensation and salary structures.
• Operations Support: Partner with department managers on business needs and coordinate workplace programs, including uniform and refreshment initiatives.

The qualified candidate will be confident, direct, approachable, trustworthy, energetic, eager and comfortable engaging with staff on the manufacturing floor. Individuals should be well‑rounded in human resources and employment law and have strengths in employee relations. There is minimal travel with this position and no remote work available.

Benefits:

The company offers excellent medical benefits (including dental and vision) available after 90 days, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401K, paid holidays and vacation, tuition reimbursement, life, and bonus potential.

Requirements for the Human Resources Manager:

1. Ideally a Bachelor's degree; an Associate's degree will be considered.
2. At least five years in a similar HR Manager role.
3. Experience performing HR functions in manufacturing environments, with at least 100 employees.
4. Strong background in HR policy and procedures, including employee handbooks, enforcing policies, etc.
5. Experience with conflict management.
6. Working knowledge of BWC and FMLA.
7. Experience leading payroll processes.
8. Experience with HRIS systems.
9. Microsoft Office.

Skills Preferred but NOT Required:

1. ADP experience.
2. SHRM Certification.
3. Non‑union workforces.

Reasons to Work for This Organization:

• Multiple plans for medical, dental and vision.
• Stable organization in the automotive industry and adding new business.
• Excellent work/life balance, with limited weekends.
• A plant with cutting‑edge technology.
• The opportunity to lead the growth of your team.

Candidates are preferred to be local to the New Troy, MI area. There is no relocation for this position.