Human Resources Manager
Job Description
Lead HR operations for KEYSTONE SOLUTIONS GROUP in Kalamazoo, MI, driving recruiting, onboarding, compliance, benefits administration, and employee relations across office and manufacturing environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead recruitment activities, including interviews and coordination of hiring for managerial, production, exempt, and professional roles; ensure candidates meet position qualification requirements
- Provide leadership and day-to-day management of HR Coordinator staff, including setting priorities, assigning responsibilities, coaching and developing team members, monitoring performance, and ensuring timely, accurate HR execution
- Manage new hire orientation and onboarding, introducing employees to corporate culture and following the onboarding plan
- Administer employee benefit programs, including employee engagement programs
- Manage STD, LTD, FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, and Unemployment claims
- Perform routine HR program administration, including compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development
- Monitor compliance and management of Health Care Reform requirements and federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
- Support the Safety Program in collaboration with Operations
- Coach and guide leaders and managers on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, compliance, and reaching appropriate resolutions
- Serve as a point of contact for team members on employment-related items
- Answer inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs
- Maintain and administer the Employee Handbook and related HR policies; regularly review and recommend updates to align with current federal, state, and local employment laws and Company practices; ensure policies are communicated and applied organization-wide
- Oversee ADP payroll and timekeeping systems to ensure accurate, timely processing of employee information, time records, payroll changes, and related activities
- Provide oversight and support to HR staff responsible for payroll and onboarding activities; act as backup for payroll processing as needed
- Ensure integrity and accuracy of personnel files, timekeeping, and related HR records; maintain confidentiality and ensure records meet Company policy and legal and regulatory requirements
- Oversee maintenance of employee personnel files, CVs, qualifications, and required employment documentation, including oversight of retention and documentation requirements
- Communicate through multiple channels to promote the position and company with strong networking and relationship-building
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working directly with employees
- Promote company culture and open communication between employee goals and employer needs
- Support team building activities
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related field, or 4+ years equivalent work experience
- 3+ years of Human Resource working experience
- PHR or SHRM certification preferred
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working directly with employees
- Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Technology
- ADP payroll and timekeeping systems
Benefits
- Excellent full-time benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and dental and vision options
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off and holidays; ability to schedule a day of volunteering once per quarter
- Professional development opportunities
Schedule and Work Environment
- Monday through Friday; sometimes requiring extended work hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays to minimize interruption to production
- Work environment includes office setting and manufacturing work cells and cleanroom environments