Human Resources Manager

Lead hands-on HR operations for a growing manufacturing team in Albia, IA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to company leadership, supervisors, and employees.
• Build relationships across the organization and promote open communication.
• Coach and support management on employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, and day-to-day HR practices.
• Lead recruiting and hiring to attract and retain qualified employees.
• Partner with department managers to assess staffing needs and define hiring strategies.
• Oversee interviewing, selection, hiring, and onboarding workflows.
• Create initiatives to improve employee engagement, job satisfaction, and retention.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the overall employee experience.
• Oversee compensation practices and benefits administration and related HR functions.
• Support payroll processes, employee records, attendance tracking, and HR reporting.
• Administer and coordinate workers’ compensation, unemployment claims, leave management, and other employee matters.
• Assist with wage evaluations, performance reviews, and compensation recommendations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and support effective use of HR systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain and evaluate company policies, employee handbooks, and HR procedures.
• Identify ways to streamline HR processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Partner with leadership on employee training, leadership development, and workforce improvement initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on engagement, communication, and overall company performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive human resources experience, ideally including HR management or leadership responsibilities.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, or a similar environment (preferred).
• Track record of improving HR processes, recruiting practices, and employee retention.
• Strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound judgment, ability to maintain confidentiality, and capability to work independently.
• HR information systems experience, payroll process knowledge, and applicant tracking systems experience (preferred).

Technologies

• HR information systems
• Applicant tracking systems

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Position Details

• Full-Time
• On-site (in person)
• Location: Albia, IA
• Compensation: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year (based on experience and qualifications)