HR Manager

Ore Designs, Inc•Woods Cross, UT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

ORE Designs is seeking an experienced, proactive HR Manager to lead and oversee the Human Resources function at its Woods Cross, Utah facility. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this fully onsite role manages daily HR operations for approximately 100 employees across day and swing shifts, along with a handful of out-of-state remote sales employees. The HR Manager is the central operational leader for compliance, full-cycle payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and policy enforcement, providing practical HR support and guidance to executives, department managers, and staff. The role covers employment-law compliance, payroll and time tracking, total rewards, employee relations, training and development, performance management, recruiting and onboarding, and HR systems and records. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; the schedule may vary slightly according to business needs and project demands. It is performed onsite in Woods Cross, Utah, and remote work is not available. The company offers a competitive base salary comparable to industry standards. The role is based in a normal office setting, with occasional time on the production floor and possible exposure to a variety of temperatures and moderate-to-loud noise. The employee regularly sits, walks, talks, and/or hears, and occasionally lifts or moves up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including at least 2–3 years in an HR Manager, Lead Generalist, or HR leadership capacity.
Hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll processing and HRIS management.
Working knowledge of federal, Utah, and multi-state employment regulations.
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive employee relations matters with empathy, confidentiality, and sound business judgment.
Ability to balance operational strategy with hands-on administrative execution.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across all levels of an organization.
Ability to regularly sit, walk, talk, and/or hear, and occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds; reasonable accommodations may be made.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline preferred.
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification strongly preferred.
BambooHR proficiency preferred.
Experience managing multi-state compliance, including states such as California and Illinois, is a plus.
Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, or architectural environments preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain compliance with federal, Utah, and out-of-state labor standards, including wage and hour laws, overtime, leaves of absence, ADA, and OSHA requirements.
Monitor changes in employment legislation, update employee handbooks and workplace policies, and work with outside legal counsel on complex matters.
Oversee mandatory reporting, E-Verify administration, workers’ compensation claims, and unemployment inquiries.
Collaborate with plant management on workplace safety initiatives, injury reporting, and OSHA compliance recordkeeping.
Oversee and process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 100 employees across multiple shifts and out-of-state remote employees.
Audit electronic timecards and attendance records with manufacturing supervisors and department heads.
Coordinate final paychecks and offboarding calculations in accordance with state-mandated timelines.
Administer benefits and open enrollment for medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA/FSA, and 401(k) plans.
Liaise with insurance brokers, carriers, and plan administrators to resolve claims issues and maintain compliance.
Reconcile monthly premium invoices, manage enrollments and terminations in provider portals, and coordinate COBRA notifications.
Participate in compensation benchmarking, wage survey analysis, and pay-band reviews.
Handle employee relations issues, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions fairly and consistently; serve as a trusted resource for supervisors and staff.
Foster a supportive workplace culture, recognize employee milestones, and support employees during challenging life events or illnesses.
Lead objective, thorough internal reviews or investigations into workplace grievances.
Lead company-wide employee development and training programs for manufacturing, warehouse, and office teams.
Work with department managers and production leads to identify skills gaps, implement specialized job training, and establish onboarding and upskilling pathways.
Manage workforce development initiatives, educational reimbursements, and state training grant programs such as Utah Custom Fit.
Maintain accurate training records, compliance certifications, and developmental milestones.
Coach supervisors and managers on feedback, goal setting, and performance documentation.
Guide leaders through progressive discipline and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
Oversee performance review schedules and help align individual contributions with organizational goals.
Coordinate full-cycle recruiting with department leaders, including candidate screening, interviews, and job offers.
Lead new-hire orientations, safety walk-throughs, and onboarding documentation.
Manage exit interviews and offboarding processes.
Administer and optimize BambooHR, maintaining data integrity, employee records, document storage, and automated workflows.
Coordinate with accounting and operations to ensure appropriate, transparent access to payroll and headcount data.
Provide ongoing HR presence and administrative coordination at the Woods Cross facility.
Maintain confidential personnel files, I-9 documentation, and record-retention schedules in compliance with federal and state standards.