HR Manager

An expanding U.S. manufacturer is looking for a seasoned Human Resources Manager to oversee HR functions at its Houston-area facility. This onsite, hands-on position supports a workforce of 300+ employees in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

Manage HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance.
Oversee payroll processing through ADP and administers employee benefits programs, including healthcare, retirement plans, defined benefit, and 401(k).
Partner with staffing and employee leasing agencies to fulfill production staffing requirements.
Serve as a trusted advisor to management on HR policies, employment law, and compliance matters.
Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential employee records.
Support workforce development through training and safety program initiatives.
Enhance and scale HR processes to align with company growth.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S. institution in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of HR experience, including at least 2 years within a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience managing payroll and benefits administration, with ADP strongly preferred.
Demonstrated expertise in administering healthcare and retirement/401(k) plans.
Consistent and stable employment history, with 2+ years in each of the most recent roles.
Onsite role; candidates must reside within 40 minutes of the Telge Road area in Houston.
Spanish language proficiency required.

Preferred Background:

Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth, or lean manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of HR reporting, metrics, and workforce analytics.
Background in managing HR functions for teams with a significant proportion of leased or temporary employees.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and credibility across all organizational levels.
Comfortable serving as the primary HR lead in a stand-alone HR function.

Benefits:

401(k) retirement plan with company match
Defined benefit plan
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
Generous paid time off (PTO) program
Opportunity to expand HR processes and shape the HR function within a rapidly scaling organization