HR Manager

About the role

We’re looking for a hands-on, high-impact HR Professional to support our clients distribution center. This is not a desk-only HR role. This person will be embedded in the operation, working directly on the production floor, building relationships, solving problems in real time, and driving a strong employee experience. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves. You’ll act as a true partner to leadership—balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day execution to support business goals. Important: This is a fully onsite role requiring flexibility, including one evening shift per week.

Responsibilities

• Full-cycle recruiting in a high-volume environment (sourcing, interviewing, hiring)
• New hire onboarding and orientation
• Employee relations, including investigations and terminations
• Coaching and advising managers on performance, engagement, and policy application
• Training and development initiatives
• Driving employee engagement and retention efforts
• Managing leaves of absence (FMLA, ADA, Workers’ Compensation, etc.)
• Supporting safety initiatives in partnership with operations
• Handling unemployment claims and case management
• Auditing timekeeping and ensuring compliance
• Leading HR presence on the production floor—building trust and accessibility with employees

Requirements

• 6+ years of HR experience in a distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
• Proven experience in full-cycle HR within a high-volume setting
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws
• Hands-on experience managing complex leave cases (FMLA, ADA, Workers’ Comp)
• Comfortable working directly on the production floor and engaging with employees at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and sound judgment
• A proactive, approachable, and solution-oriented mindset
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Skills

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including one evening per week
• Ability to work onsite full-time
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience with timekeeping systems preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Bilingual skills are a plus

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans
• Participation in a 401(k) plan

Schedule

• Fully onsite role
• Flexibility required, including one evening shift per week