Human Resources Manager

Gables Search Group; Prosperity (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gables Search Group is seeking a Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic partner to the manufacturing plant leadership team. This role leads HR initiatives, builds a high-performance culture, and aligns HR programs with operational goals.

The successful candidate will guide employee relations, staffing, onboarding, compensation, benefits, and training, while ensuring compliance with federal and South Carolina laws. Manufacturing experience and Workday proficiency are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field (required).
• Experience: 10+ years in HR with 3+ in supervision or management (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of HR laws (federal and SC) and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner with site operations leaders to design proactive employee relations programs.
• Develop and execute strategies to attract, hire, and retain talent across levels.
• Lead staffing and recruitment including manpower planning and full-cycle recruiting.
• Oversee onboarding processes: background checks, drug screenings, offers, paperwork, orientation.
• Maintain HR systems and payroll records; manage leaves and policy compliance.
• Conduct investigations and guide management on issue resolution.
• Lead training, performance reviews, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Administer corrective action processes aligned with company values.
• Collaborate with Corporate HR on communications, compensation, benefits, and policy development.
• Manage local compensation programs and wage rate administration.
• Support benefits administration and respond to inquiries.
• Collaborate with cross-site HR teams on projects and initiatives.
• Provide leadership to HR staff including coaching and performance reviews.
• Organize and oversee employee engagement and recognition events.

Skills

Employee relations

Staffing & recruitment

HRIS (Workday)

Project management

Employee engagement

Policy compliance

Coaching & development

Communication

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/IR

Tools

Workday

Job description

Summary

The Human Resources Manager will serve as a strategic business partner to the manufacturing plant leadership team. This role provides leadership, guidance, and support in all aspects of HR. The Human Resources Manager is responsible for building a high-performance culture, driving employee engagement, and aligning human resources initiatives with operational goals.

Job Title: Human Resources Manager

Summary

The Human Resources Manager will serve as a strategic business partner to the manufacturing plant leadership team. This role provides leadership, guidance, and support in all aspects of HR. The Human Resources Manager is responsible for building a high-performance culture, driving employee engagement, and aligning human resources initiatives with operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with site operations leaders to design and implement proactive employee relations programs that foster positive morale and engagement.
• Develop and execute innovative, cost-effective strategies to attract, hire, and retain top talent across all levels of the organization.
• Lead staffing and recruitment activities, including manpower planning, full-cycle recruiting for salaried staff, and direct hiring for production team members.
• Manage all aspects of onboarding, including background checks, drug screenings, offer letters, new hire paperwork, and orientation.
• Maintain HR systems and databases, ensuring accurate payroll and employee records.
• Oversee employee leaves of absence, unemployment claims, and policy compliance.
• Conduct investigations and provide guidance to management on issue resolution.
• Lead training and development initiatives, including performance reviews, succession planning, technical training for skilled roles, and leadership development in partnership with the Corporate L&OD team.
• Administer corrective action processes in a fair and consistent manner aligned with company values.
• Partner with Corporate HR on communications, compensation, benefits, and policy development to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Manage local compensation programs, including performance appraisals, wage rate administration, and annual increase recommendations.
• Support employee benefits administration, responding to inquiries and assisting staff and supervisors.
• Collaborate with corporate and cross-site HR teams on projects and initiatives as needed.
• Provide leadership to HR staff, including coaching, performance reviews, and career development.
• Organize and oversee employee engagement and recognition events.

Qualifications

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field required.

Experience

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment required.
• Strong background in HRIS systems; Workday experience preferred.
• Demonstrated project management skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; computer literacy required
• Thorough knowledge of federal and South Carolina state HR laws and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
• Skilled at conflict resolution, coaching, and delivering difficult messages effectively.
• Strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement in HR processes and organizational development.
• Service-oriented with a collaborative mindset and a focus on building strong business partnerships.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has direct supervisory responsibility and will oversee HR staff. Duties include hiring, coaching, performance management, professional development, and making recommendations on staffing and disciplinary actions.