HR Manager - Portland, OR

Cook Solutions Group • Portland, OR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Cook Solutions Group is seeking an experienced and strategic HR Manager to lead and support key human resources functions within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will serve as a trusted business partner to leadership by providing guidance, coaching, and HR expertise across employee relations, performance management, compliance, payroll, benefits, and organizational development. This is a hands-on role that will be actively involved in managing and overseeing the day-to-day HR processes and functions. We are seeking someone who can step in, take ownership of this area of HR, and provide strong operational leadership. This position offers a clear opportunity for growth into a more strategic HR leadership role as the individual demonstrates proven capability, initiative, and success in the role. The ideal candidate will bring strong HR technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and the ability to balance strategic partnership with day-to-day operational execution. Location: Portland, OR - This is a hybrid position looking for this individual to be onsite 2-3 days a week.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Development, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, with a substantial portion of that experience.
• Payroll processing experience required; Paychex Flex experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success providing value-added HR coaching, guidance, thought leadership, and business partnership in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws and HR compliance practices.
• Strong foundation in HR principles, best practices, and their practical application within manufacturing operations.
• Broad knowledge of: Safety, Training & Development, employee relations, performance management and organizational planning.
• Working knowledge of benefits and compensation programs.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS); Paychex Flex experience highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• PHR, SPHR, or SHRM certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR business partner to leaders and managers across the organization.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and support on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.
• Support and administer key HR programs including compensation, benefits, training and development, and performance management.
• Oversee or support payroll processing, with preference for experience using Paychex Flex.
• Maintain and utilize HRIS systems to support accurate employee data, reporting, and HR operations.
• Partner with leadership to drive employee engagement, retention, and a positive workplace culture.
• Support safety initiatives and collaborate with operational leaders on workforce and compliance matters within a manufacturing environment.
• Assist with policy development, process improvement, and implementation of HR programs and initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in handling sensitive employee and business matters.

Benefits

• CSG employees enjoy competitive salaries; CSG pays 90% of the PPO insurance premium for the employee; 100% for a high deductible plan, and 50% for the dependents. Both plans have reasonable deductible levels and co-pay amounts; a 401(k)-retirement match; Paid Time Off (PTO); 8 paid holidays per year; 16 hours of Paid Time Off a year for volunteer time through the Cook Career Builders program; Technician benefits that include commute time, company vehicle and gas card, quarterly bonus program, tuition reimbursement and much more!
• New employees become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following the 60-day day waiting period who work a minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Our employees are encouraged to take advantage of flexible scheduling, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and volunteer in their communities through our Cook Community Builders program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager