Human Resources Manager

Viant Medical Inc.; Upland (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k Plan with Company Match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement and career dev

Company-paid life insurance

Gym membership discount

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Viant Medical Inc. in Upland, CA, seeks an HR Manager to lead HR at the Upland facility, covering recruiting, compensation & benefits, workforce management, policy alignment, HRIS/payroll data administration, and learning and development.

The HR Manager will foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensure compliance with federal/state laws, and enhance associate engagement. 5–10 years of HR leadership in manufacturing is highly desired.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of HR leadership experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience is highly desired.
• Knowledge of laws related to employment, wage, and benefits administration.
• Ability to handle highly confidential information.
• Excellent problem solving in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, and conduct reference checks on job applicants.
• Prepare and update job descriptions; wage and benefit survey analysis; compile EEO and all other HR reporting as needed.
• Conduct new hire and termination interviews.
• Assist in employee relations; provide counseling as needed.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding policies and programs.
• Process paperwork (background check & drug test) ensuring completeness of new hire folders.
• Maintain HRIS and payroll data with updates and reporting.
• Coordinate on-site training programs and events.
• Oversee HRIS for up-to-date personnel information and reporting.
• Lead training and development; manage succession planning and development processes.
• Handle unemployment notices, wage claims and employment verifications.
• Maintain all employee records and internal controls.

Skills

HR leadership

Customer relations

Confidentiality

Problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor degree in Industrial Relations/Business/HR

HR certification

Job description

Looking for work that matters? Join Viant and contribute to the design and manufacturing of medical technologies that improve patient outcomes. Guided by our promise—We’re In It For Life—you’ll build your career with a trusted industry innovator that invests in your growth, well-being, and ability to make a meaningful impact every day.

About the company

Viant is a global medical device partner providing design, development, manufacturing, and assembly services through capabilities in materials, plastics, metals, extrusion, and automation. With nearly 6,000 employees across 24 locations worldwide, it delivers high-quality, life-enhancing products with the scale and expertise to bring devices to market efficiently. Learn more at Viant Medical’s website or on LinkedIn.

About the site

Our Upland facility specializes in injection molding and clean room assembly, supporting high-precision medical device manufacturing.

About the role

The Human Resources Manager supports a dedicated, cross-functional Associate base. Responsible for all aspects of HR at the Upland Facility: Recruiting, Compensation and Benefits, Workforce Management, Policy Alignment and Compliance, HRIS/Payroll Data Administration, Learning and Development. The HR Manager creates a culture of continuous improvement by communicating and deploying HR best practices to improve overall associate experience and engagement.

Job Responsibilities

• Recruits, screens and conducts reference checks on job applicants.
• Prepares and updates job descriptions; wage and benefit survey analysis; compiles EEO and all other HR reporting as needed.
• Conduct new hire and termination interviews.
• Assist in employee relations, as needed conduct formal and informal counseling of employees, witness and record employee responses to counseling.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding company policies, procedures and programs.
• Processing paperwork (background check & drug test), ensuring completeness of new hire folder and following up on documents needed.
• Promptly process workforce changes and employee change of status in HRIS.
• Maintain I-9 forms in compliance with Federal laws.
• Coordinate on-site training programs and office events (i.e. lunch and learns, holiday party).
• Oversees monitors and updates HRIS system to provide up-to-date personnel information and reporting.
• Create and conduct training and employee development. Lead the Succession Planning and Individual Development Plan processes. Manage training record capture and reporting.
• Respond to unemployment notices, wage claims and employment verifications.
• Manage all active, terminated, temporary employee records.
• Responsible for complying with proper internal controls as necessary to conduct job functions and/or carry out responsibilities and/or administrative activities at Company.
• Unemployment Claims, Workers Compensation, Investigations.
• Process all new hires, terminations and changes accurately and efficiently.
• Assure compliance with all federal and state employment and labor laws and regulations.

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor Degree preferred in Industrial Relations, Business, Human Resources or equivalent experience.
• Certification in HR a plus.

Experience

• 5 to 10 years of HR leadership experience
• Highly desired: Experience supporting HR functions within a manufacturing enviroment.
• Detailed knowledge of laws and regulations relating to employment, wage and benefit administration, employee relations and personnel records.
• Working knowledge of general policies and procedures.
• Strong Customer Relations skills.
• Ability to handle highly confidential information in an appropriate manner
• Excellent problem solving skills are required to handle unexpected situations in a timely and appropriate manner
• Ability to work in a high demand or fast pace environment

Benefits

• Benefits effective day one of hire!
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid time off and paid Holidays
• Low-cost nutrition & mental health visits
• Tuition Reimbursement and career development programs
• Company-paid life insurance
• Access to individualized financial planning
• Voluntary Universal Life and Long-Term Care
• Voluntary Legal Plan
• Up to $150-off your gym membership annually
• Employee discount programs
• Pet Insurance
• Home Ownership Program

We offer market competitive compensation. Potential salary range for this role is $110k-$120k. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Viant is a global medical device design and manufacturing services provider that partners and innovates with customers to provide the highest quality, life enhancing medical devices. We do this through our depth and breadth of capabilities, end-to-end integration, technical expertise, and relentless focus on our customers and on operational excellence. With nearly 6,000 associates across 24 locations worldwide, we offer a unique combination of small-company service and attention with big-company resources. For more information, visit viantmedical.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Viant provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Viant complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.