US Human Resources Manager

Bray International, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay Plans

Comprehensive Benefits

Healthy Work Environment

Career Growth

Privately-owned culture

Job summary

Bray International, a global leader in industrial valves, actuators, and control products, seeks a US Human Resources Manager to lead HR strategies across the United States. You will partner with executives to drive workforce planning, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, compliance, and development, ensuring policy consistency and strong employee relations.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 10+ years HR experience with 5+ years in management, and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required.
• 10+ years progressive HR experience, with 5+ years of management experience leading HR teams.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations across the United States.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly desired.
• Working knowledge of UKG Pro and/or Ready.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership: Align HR strategies with organizational goals with leadership.
• Employee relations & support: Advise on complex HR issues and sensitive matters.
• Talent acquisition: Lead recruitment for key roles with managers on role requirements.
• Compensation & benefits: Analyze market trends to recommend competitive pay structures.
• Learning & development: Design programs to foster employee growth and internal mobility.
• Compliance & risk management: Ensure adherence to employment laws and best practices.
• Disciplinary oversight: Manage investigations and employee relations issues.
• Continuous improvement: Stay current with HR trends and legal updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Compensation & benefits

HR compliance

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

UKG Pro

Ready

Job description

13333 Westland East Blvd
Houston, TX 77041, USA

Description

About Bray International

Founded in 1986 Bray International is a global leader in industrial valves, actuators, and control products, delivering innovative flow control solutions to customers in more than 40 countries. As a privately held company with nearly four decades of engineered excellence, Bray has built a strong reputation for high-performance products, superior value, and exceptional customer service. Our fully integrated product line serves over 12 diverse industries, meeting the rigorous demands of the process sector with reliability and precision. Driven by a long-standing commitment to excellence, Bray offers the stability of a trusted, privately owned organization that continues to grow through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Guided by our vision to be the most respected and successful valve, actuator, and controls company in the world, Bray places people—our employees, customers, and partners—at the heart of everything we do. We pursue progress through continuous improvement, a family-like culture, and an entrepreneurial spirit that shapes the future of flow control solutions.

Position Summary:

The US Human Resources Manager serves as the senior HR leader responsible for developing and executing human resources strategies that support organizational objectives across the United States. This role provides strategic and operational leadership in employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, workforce planning, compliance, organizational development, training, and performance management.

The US HR Manager partners with business leaders to align people strategies with business goals while ensuring consistent application of company policies, employment regulations, and HR best practices across the United States.

Responsibilities Include:

• Strategic Partnership: Collaborating with leadership to align HR strategies with organizational goals.
• Employee Relations & Support: Advising on complex HR issues and sensitive matters.
• Talent Acquisition: Leading recruitment efforts for key roles and partnering with managers to define role requirements.
• Compensation & Benefits: Analyzing market trends to recommend competitive pay structures.
• Learning & Development: Designing programs to foster employee growth and internal mobility.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensuring adherence to employment laws and best practices.
• Disciplinary Oversight: Managing investigations and employee relations issues.
• Continuous Improvement: Staying current with HR trends and legal updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Desired Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required.
• 10+ years progressive Human Resources experience, with 5+ years of management experience leading HR teams.
• Experience supporting multi-site operations across the United States.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly desired.
• Working knowledge of UKG Pro and/or Ready.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of U.S. employment laws and regulations.
• Strong employee relations and investigation expertise.
• Compensation and benefits knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

Strategic Business Partnership

Employee Relations Excellence

Business Acumen

Organization Effectiveness

Problem Solving Skills

Coaching and Development Skills

Legal Knowledge for Multi-State

Working Relationship:

Establishes and maintains strong, trusted partnerships with business leaders, managers, and employees across the United States. Serves as a strategic liaison between regional operations and corporate Human Resources leadership, ensuring alignment of people strategies, organizational objectives, policies, and communication. Collaborate closely with functional leaders and HR stakeholders to drive effective workforce planning, employee engagement, talent development, and organizational success throughout the region.

Level of Supervision:

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to the US HR team.
• Oversee HR staff recruitment, onboarding, development, and retention.
• Manage daily HR operations and team workflow across the US.
• Set performance expectations, provide coaching, and conduct timely evaluations.
• Lead succession planning and talent development initiatives.
• Address employee performance issues, corrective actions, and terminations in compliance with company policies and employment laws.
• Drive consistency in HR practices, processes, and compliance across all US locations.
• Partner with regional and global leaders to execute strategic HR initiatives and achieve organizational objectives.

Why Work for Us?

At Bray International, we are the leading provider of industrial valves, actuators, and related control products, renowned for our innovative flow control solutions worldwide. Joining our team means becoming part of a company that values excellence, integrity, and collaboration.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay Plans
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading benefits effective the first of the month after you have worked 30 days, including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Paid holidays and vacation
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Healthy Work Environment: We provide a smoke-free, drug-free workplace to ensure a safe and productive atmosphere for all employees.
• Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering numerous opportunities for advancement within the organization.
• An Exceptional Company Culture: Bray is a Privately-owned and operated business with over 30 Years of Engineered Excellence

Join Bray International and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of flow control solutions!

Please Note:

Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants who currently hold, or will require in the future, visa sponsorship (e.g., E, F-1/OPT/CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J, or TN) are ineligible

As a federal subcontractor, Bray International Inc., its affiliates, and subsidiaries comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and applicable federal law. Employment is contingent upon a successful background screening and compliance with federal requirements, including drug testing for controlled substances under the federal Controlled Substances Act, which includes marijuana. This requirement applies regardless of state or local marijuana/cannabis laws.

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