Human Resources Manager

Fibre Converters Inc is seeking a Human Resources Manager to serve as a trusted, people-first partner for both employees and leaders. In this onsite role in Constantine, MI, you will oversee recruiting, onboarding, payroll, benefits, and HR compliance while helping maintain a respectful workplace and supporting everyday execution of the company’s vision, mission, and values. You will also coordinate with supervisors, outside administrators, and technical partners to ensure programs run accurately, consistently, and on time.

Salary: USD 85,000 to 115,000 per year. Location: Constantine, MI (onsite). Experience: 2+ years. Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR or a business-related field.

What you’ll do

• Lead full-cycle recruiting by partnering with hiring managers, writing job postings, screening, interviewing, and extending offers, with an emphasis on quality of hire and a positive candidate experience.
• Coordinate a structured onboarding experience, including check-ins at 30, 60, and 90 days, to help new employees feel welcomed, connected, and productive.
• Review and update job descriptions annually and as roles change, including essential functions, physical requirements, and FLSA classification.
• Coach supervisors on performance conversations, employee concerns, progressive discipline, and proper documentation.
• Conduct fair, timely, and confidential investigations into employee complaints, including harassment and discrimination concerns, and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Support employee engagement through recognition programs, stay interviews, engagement surveys, and company events, and partner with leadership to act on feedback.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze turnover trends to recommend retention improvements.
• Promote company culture by integrating vision, mission, values, and safety into day-to-day work and fostering a respectful workplace where employees feel valued.
• Participate on the safety committee by reviewing open action registers and providing input to reduce safety incidents; support OSHA recordkeeping (Forms 300, 300A, and 301) and required postings and submissions.
• Coordinate required and developmental training, including annual harassment-prevention training, new supervisor training, and compliance training, and track completion.
• Maintain confidential employee records in the HRIS with appropriate data privacy and security safeguards; process bi-weekly and special payrolls accurately and on time.
• Maintain production employee wage progression per wage scale and support periodic pay equity reviews to promote fair, consistent pay practices.
• Administer all benefit programs including 401(k), health insurance, Section 125, HSA/FSA, life, disability, Paid Time Off, Earned Sick Time, EAP, and Worker’s Compensation; lead annual open enrollment and help employees understand and use their benefits.
• Manage leaves of absence and reasonable accommodation requests through a caring, consistent, and well-documented interactive process, including FMLA, ADA, Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, and PUMP Act.
• Recommend benefit, wellness, and compensation changes based on market comparisons to maintain local employer competitiveness.
• Coordinate outside consultants and advisors including third-party administrators, benefits brokers, auditors, payroll/HRIS vendors, and employment counsel.
• Maintain required documentation and filings for mandates such as COBRA, ACA (Forms 1094-C/1095-C), FMLA, I-9/E-Verify, EEO-1, and state new hire reporting.
• Monitor and report quarterly local employer wages and benefits for market comparisons.
• Maintain working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws (including wage and hour, leave, benefits, pay transparency, data privacy, and the use of AI in hiring) and recommend updates to the Employee Handbook, policies, and postings at least annually to ensure compliance.
• Use HR technology, including HRIS, applicant tracking, and payroll systems, to streamline processes and provide accurate HR metrics reporting to leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR or business-related field with at least two years of HR experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification a plus.
• Two years experience in benefit plan administration.
• Two years experience in payroll administration.
• Working knowledge of HR/Personnel/Payroll-related laws including FLSA, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FMLA, PWFA, COBRA, ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, NLRA, USERRA, OSHA, DHS (I-9/E-Verify), and FOC/DHHS.
• Proficiency with HRIS, payroll, and applicant tracking systems and Microsoft 365, with comfort learning new technology, including AI-enabled HR tools, and using it responsibly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a warm, approachable, professional style.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with employees at all levels.
• Demonstrated discretion and integrity when handling confidential information.
• Organized and detail-oriented with consistent follow-through on multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Section 125 Plan
• HSA/FSA
• Life
• Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Earned Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Worker’s Compensation programs
• Annual open enrollment

How you’ll be evaluated

• Employee retention rate, including 90-day new hire retention
• Employee Net Promoter Score and engagement survey results
• Benefits satisfaction
• Time to fill and quality of hire
• Payroll accuracy and timeliness
• Compliance, including on-time filings, training completion, and audit results

Work environment and physical considerations

• 40 hours/week, primarily seated in an office environment, with regular time spent connecting with employees throughout the facility.
• Occasional extra hours to meet work demands, such as open enrollment and year-end.
• Ability to keyboard and operate computer/phone and other office equipment.
• Near/close up visual acuity and ability to hear and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Infrequent lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Remaining stationary, often sitting for prolonged periods.
• Occasional walking on the production floor, which may include noise and required PPE.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Technology you’ll use

• HRIS
• Applicant tracking systems
• Payroll systems
• Microsoft 365
• AI-enabled HR tools
• HR technology

Why this role fits certain strengths

• Enjoys building relationships and helping employees and supervisors succeed.
• Warm, approachable, and patient listening style that makes employees comfortable bringing questions and concerns.
• Positive energy with interest in recognizing milestones, successes, and employee contributions.
• Comfort collaborating in a team-oriented environment and building agreement.
• Dependable and consistent, with follow-through and process ownership.
• Handles sensitive situations with tact, empathy, fairness, and confidentiality.
• Values a stable, well-organized workplace with clear expectations and long-term relationship building.