Human Resources Manager

Mark Richey Woodworking offers an onsite, senior HR leadership opportunity in Newburyport, MA. You will lead all HR functions for a manufacturing and woodworking operation, partnering with leadership to attract, develop, and retain talent while fostering a safe, engaged workplace. The role carries a salary of $100,000 to $120,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package. A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field and at least ten years of progressive HR experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll operations and onboarding processes
• Maintain precise employee records and HRIS data
• Generate HR reports and metrics to support leadership decisions
• Drive ongoing improvement of HR processes and systems to boost efficiency
• Lead full cycle recruitment including sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding
• Collaborate with department leaders to forecast staffing needs
• Create recruiting strategies for production roles that are hard to fill
• Facilitate onboarding and cultural integration for new hires
• Act as a confidential resource for employee concerns and conflict resolution
• Foster a culture of accountability, respect, teamwork, and open communication
• Conduct workplace investigations and advise on corrective actions
• Maintain a visible presence on the production floor and in the office
• Oversee performance management cycles and development plans
• Coach managers on feedback, performance improvement, disciplinary actions, and growth
• Support succession planning and retention initiatives
• Develop and maintain the employee handbook and HR policies
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and internal policies
• Stay current on employment law updates and advise on HR risks and best practices
• Maintain wage and hour compliance, leave administration, and workplace rules
• Administer benefits programs and assist with enrollment questions
• Contribute to compensation planning, pay equity initiatives, and benchmarking
• Coordinate annual open enrollment and benefits communications
• Identify training needs and organize development programs
• Support leadership development and employee growth initiatives
• Help coordinate safety training with the operations team
• Coordinate and document safety meetings
• Manage workers' compensation claims and return-to-work processes
• Collaborate with operations and the Safety Committee on OSHA compliance and safety initiatives
• Support a culture focused on safe work practices and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is preferred
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibilities
• Experience in woodworking, manufacturing, or construction environments is preferred
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and payroll administration
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems
• Ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization

Technologies

• Microsoft Office

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Weekly employer 401(k) contribution

Work Environment

• Combination of office and active manufacturing shop environment
• Regular interaction with office and production employees
• Reports directly to Senior Management
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing setting

Work Location

Location: Newburyport, MA 01950 (onsite, in person)

Ability to commute to Newburyport, MA 01950 is required