Human Resources Manager

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Human Resources Manager (Manufacturing) -- IL/WI | Multi‑Site to join their team. This organization has operations in Illinois and Wisconsin and looking for a hands‑on HR Manager who enjoys owning the full HR lifecycle in a department‑of‑one environment while partnering closely with site leadership. You will shape policy, elevate culture, and ensure compliance across two facilities—plus provide support to international locations as needed.

• Own it end‑to‑end: Lead the HR function across recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance, and offboarding.
• Build & formalize: Establish scalable HR processes, policies, and an employee handbook tailored to a manufacturing environment.
• Partner with leaders: Advise on coaching, discipline, and conflict resolution; be a trusted counselor to operations leadership.
• Be the compliance anchor: Keep the company aligned with federal, Illinois, and Wisconsin employment laws and OSHA requirements.
• Touch every lever: Payroll and benefits administration (including 401(k)), HR metrics/reporting, audit readiness, and workers’ compensation.
• Grow culture: Support DEI initiatives, safety programs, and training that resonate on the plant floor and in the office.
• Global collaboration: Coordinate interviews and performance/employee‑relations touchpoints with international teams; when roles require cross‑border collaboration.

• Lead core HR operations: recruitment strategies for hourly and salaried roles; structured onboarding; performance and talent reviews; thoughtful offboarding.
• Elevate employee relations: investigate concerns promptly, document thoroughly, recommend fair solutions, and coach leaders on best practices.
• Keep the company compliant: maintain accurate records/HRIS, I‑9s, and personnel files; align policies with IL/WI statutes; partner with legal counsel as needed.
• Run payroll & benefits: process payroll accurately; administer benefits, leave programs, open enrollment, and 401(k) plans. (Experience with Paycor or similar platforms is strongly preferred.)
• Drive safety & training: coordinate OSHA‑aligned safety training, track certifications, and support continuous improvement.
• Own policy & handbook: draft, update, socialize, and train on policies and site‑specific procedures.
• Report & prepare: deliver HR metrics, headcount, and trends; prepare for audits; recommend process improvements and technology enhancements.

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• Certifications such as PHR or SHRM‑CP are preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience—ideally in manufacturing/industrial settings with multi‑site exposure.
• Working knowledge of Illinois and Wisconsin labor and employment laws, and OSHA standards.
• Strength in employee relations, investigations, documentation, coaching leaders, and navigating sensitive issues.
• Payroll/benefits experience; comfort with HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite. Paycor proficiency is a plus.
• Organized, credible, and calm under pressure; able to switch from strategic projects to plant‑floor needs in the same hour.
• Ability to travel between IL/WI locations; occasional coordination with international teams.

$100,000 - $125,000

2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Human Resources Manager looking for an new and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled