HR Manager

Aston Carter•Shawnee, KS

8d•$55 - $65•Hybrid

About The Position

Aston Carter is partnering with a well‑established and growing manufacturing organization that is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their team. This opening comes from an internal promotion—reflecting a strong culture of growth and advancement within the company. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead impactful HR initiatives, with a significant focus (70–80%) on employee relations. The ideal candidate will bring prior HR Manager or HR Supervisor experience, including direct team leadership. This company truly takes care of its people. They offer an outstanding total rewards package, including ESOP, profit sharing, a 7% 401(k) match, excellent benefits, and exceptional employee tenure. The team is currently operating fully remote, with plans to transition to a hybrid schedule of four in‑office days per week around June. If you're looking for a career move that offers stability, advancement, and a people‑focused culture, we’d love to share more details with you—please apply or reach out for additional information! The Human Resources Manager is responsible for overseeing core HR functions and guiding a team to deliver efficient, high‑quality support across the organization. This role involves managing daily HR operations, maintaining policies and procedures, and collaborating with senior leadership to support broader departmental objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or HR operations role preferred.
Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and compliance requirements.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification such as PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the daily activities of the HR team, providing hands-on supervision, direction, and support.
Develop, implement, and uphold HR policies, processes, and procedures to ensure consistent and effective service delivery.
Partner with senior HR leadership to drive departmental initiatives, long‑term planning, and strategic HR goals.
Act as a primary resource for employees and managers on employee relations issues and workplace concerns.
Support conflict resolution efforts, performance improvement plans, and internal investigations.
Oversee onboarding and orientation programs to deliver a positive and well-organized experience for new hires.
Manage offboarding and termination processes, ensuring a smooth and professional transition.
Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Oversee employee benefits administration, including annual open enrollment processes.
Advise managers on workforce planning, compensation considerations, job evaluations, and salary changes.
Support managers with performance management activities, coaching, documentation, and review cycles.
Assist with the development and upkeep of tools and processes for career growth, professional development, and succession planning.