HR Manager

US Farathane • Austin, TX

6h • Onsite

About The Position

US Farathane is seeking an experienced and driven HR Manager to lead HR operations at our Austin, TX manufacturing facility. The HR Manager serves as a strategic partner to plant leadership, overseeing all human resources functions including employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll administration, compliance, and employee engagement for the Austin, TX manufacturing plant. This position requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and can balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR operations while fostering a positive, compliant, and high-performance work environment aligned with company goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, and/or equivalent professional experience.
• 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or automotive environments.
• Experience supporting high-volume, hourly workforce populations.
• Strong knowledge of employment law including FMLA/ADA administration.
• Experience with payroll, preferred.
• Proven ability to manage employee relations issues and conduct investigations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven production environment.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations issues, conducting investigations and recommending appropriate resolutions.
• Provide guidance and coaching to supervisors and managers on employee performance, discipline, and conflict resolution.
• Promote a positive workplace culture focused on engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried positions within the plant.
• Partner with plant leadership to identify staffing needs and develop workforce plans and ensure timely hiring to meet production demands while maintaining quality candidate standards.
• Support onboarding, orientation, and training programs to ensure successful employee integration.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (FMLA, ADA, EEO, FLSA, etc.)
• Maintain and enforce company policies, procedures, and employee handbook guidelines
• Oversee HR metrics, reporting, and audits, including monthly reviews with leadership.
• Manage recordkeeping and ensure data integrity within HR systems.
• Oversee weekly/hourly payroll and complete biweekly payroll processing (including payroll changes) for salaried employees.
• Ensure accuracy of employee timekeeping records, including overtime, shift differentials, and attendance tracking.
• Support employee benefit programs, open enrollment, and employee inquiries.
• Act as a trusted advisor to plant leadership on organizational design, workforce challenges, and change management
• Participate in plant leadership meetings to align HR strategies with operational goals.
• Support recognition programs, employee events, and communication efforts to foster a positive and high-performance workplace culture.
• Act as a visible and approachable HR presence on the plant floor to build trust and strengthen relationships.
• Lead and develop HR staff, including HR Generalist and HR Coordinator.
• Collaborate with EHS and operations leadership to promote a safe and compliant work environment.
• Ability to respond to off-shift or urgent employee matters as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Job Promotional and Career Growth Opportunities

What This Job Offers

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