HR Manager - Manufacturing

Cozzini•Elk Grove Village, IL

1d•$85,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cozzini, LLC is seeking an HR Manager to oversee the human resources function for their manufacturing facility. This is a standalone role where the HR Manager will act as a bridge between the local team, facility leadership, and corporate HR initiatives, focusing on attracting, retaining, and developing talent. The role requires a leader who can manage both administrative and compliance aspects while championing culture on the plant floor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field
6–8 years of progressive HR experience supporting internal employees and leadership teams
Minimum of 3 years of HR leadership experience within a machinery manufacturing environment
Solid, hands-on HR management experience specifically within a machinery manufacturing environment
Understanding of the unique dynamics of an hourly vs. salaried workforce.
Experience recruiting professional talent across engineering and other technical and business functions
Benefits administration experience
Strong understanding of employment laws and HR best practices, including FMLA, FLSA, ADA, and related regulations

Responsibilities

Lead full-cycle talent acquisition for exempt and non-exempt positions, including specialized engineering and manufacturing roles, while managing staffing agency partnerships.
Serve as the primary HR advisor to managers and employees by coaching leaders, guiding the performance management process, and developing employee engagement and retention strategies to support a high-performing workforce.
Manage benefits administration, process payroll, audit timekeeping records, and keep HRIS data perfectly updated.
Partner with operations to support facility safety programs, manage compliance with labor laws, and lead the rollout of corporate policies, training modules, and HR audits.
Manage complex employee relations matters, prepare workforce data, metrics, and reports to support compliance and executive decision-making.
Build and maintain effective relationships with employees at all organizational levels, from skilled trades on the production floor to executive leadership.
Other duties as assigned.