Human Resources Manager

Tom Trese; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus potential

Job summary

Tom Trese is seeking a Human Resources Manager in New Troy, MI to lead HR strategy in a stable, profitable manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include overseeing HR operations, compliance with labor laws, and managing the full employee lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in employee relations and HR policy implementation, with at least five years in a similar role. Benefits include excellent medical coverage, 401K, and a stable work environment.

Qualifications

• At least five years in a similar HR Manager role.
• Experience in manufacturing environments with at least 100 employees.
• Supervision experience required.
• Working knowledge of BWC and FMLA.
• Experience leading payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and communications for the HR department.
• Develop and enforce company policies and ensure compliance.
• Manage full employee lifecycle from recruitment to onboarding.
• Oversee and transmit weekly payroll.
• Direct employee benefits programs and manage leave programs.

Skills

Conflict management

Employee relations

HR policy and procedures

HRIS systems

Payroll processes

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Tools

ADP

Job description

Human Resources Manager

New Troy, MI

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. The general manager is anxiously awaiting their strategic HR partner! 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.

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. Supervision experience.
• 4. Experience performing HR functions in manufacturing environments, with at least 100 employees.
• 5. Strong background in HR policy and procedures, including employee handbooks, enforcing policies, etc.
• 6. Experience with conflict management.
• 7. Working knowledge of BWC and FMLA.
• 8. Experience leading payroll processes.
• 9. Working knowledge of HRIS systems.
• 10. 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.
• Annual bonus potential.
• 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.