Human Resources Manager (on site)

Company Bio

Founded in 1977, Maine Recycling Corporation (MRC) supports Maine's nationally recognized Bottle Bill program. Originally established to manage redemption-related costs, MRC has evolved into a premier beverage container logistics and processing company, providing statewide pickup and processing services for major beverage companies and redemption partners.

About the Role

The Human Resources Manager leads and oversees all aspects of the organization’s human resources functions, including employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, compliance, performance management, compensation and benefits administration, training, payroll coordination, and policy development. This position serves as a strategic partner to leadership while ensuring HR practices support organizational goals, employee engagement, workforce compliance, and operational excellence.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage daily Human Resources operations and provide guidance to leadership and employees.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and employee retention initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook content.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including Form I-9, employment eligibility verification, and immigration-related employment requirements.
• Handle employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance management.
• Maintain confidential employee records and oversee payroll, benefits administration, leave management, and HRIS functions.
• Advises managers on employee relations, policy interpretation, compliance, and workforce management matters.
• Supports employee engagement, workplace culture, and professional development initiatives.
• Prepares reports, maintains compliance documentation, and assists with audits and regulatory requirements.
• Supports risk management activities, including workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and workplace compliance initiatives.
• Recommends improvements to HR processes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of progressive Human Resources experience. Previous HR leadership or supervisory experience preferred. Experience in manufacturing, construction, skilled trades, or other operational environments preferred.
• Ideal candidates will possess multilingual communication skills, with working proficiency in French, Portuguese, and/or Spanish.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, HR best practices, and workforce compliance requirements. Experience with employee relations, recruiting, performance management, payroll, benefits administration, leave management, and HRIS systems. Working knowledge of Form I-9 requirements, employment eligibility verification, and immigration-related employment regulations. Understanding of wage and hour laws, workplace investigations, workers' compensation, unemployment claims, and OSHA-related employment practices. Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Certifications: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or other HR certification preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance (premium paid by employer)
• Group Voluntary Term Life Insurance (premium paid by employee)
• Short-term Disability Insurance (premium paid by employer)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Earned Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities at any time, with or without notice.

EEOC Statement

Maine Recycling Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.