HR Operations Manager

Byrne•Rockford, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Operations Manager serves as a business partner to Operations leadership and leads day-to-day HR operations for the production workforce. The role supports production recruiting, employee relations, and operational excellence; manages and develops HR team members; and aligns HR priorities with operational needs. In collaboration with leadership, the manager develops and refines policies and practices that reflect the Byrne Brand and comply with applicable laws and regulations, including conducting compliance audits and addressing identified risks. The position partners with leaders and employees on workplace conflicts, investigations, and employee relations matters, and fosters a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment. It drives recruiting and onboarding strategies, oversees temporary staffing agency relationships, and leads the internship program. The manager also owns HR Operations systems and tools, improves processes and the employee experience, supports engagement and safety initiatives, and collaborates on office and facilities improvements. The role requires working fully on-site with frequent plant-floor interaction, occasional travel to Lakeview, and participation in off-shift trainings or events. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
At least 10 years of progressive HR experience focused on employee relations, policy development, and business partnership.
Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
Experience managing relationships with temporary staffing agencies and overseeing recruiting strategy.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience overseeing company 401(k) and benefits plans.
Knowledge of KPIs and metrics.
Ability to establish credibility, build relationships, and operate in an ambiguous environment while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Ability to operate in uncertain situations and pivot quickly when direction changes.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and project management skills.
Ability to work fully on-site with frequent plant-floor interaction, including occasional travel to Lakeview and off-shift trainings or events.
Experience using AI to improve work processes.
Experience with workplace investigations.
Physical ability to talk or listen, stand, walk, sit, stoop, crawl, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; prolonged sitting and typing; and lifting up to 20 pounds. The role also requires the ability to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations and the specified close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision and focus adjustment abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing and leading teams of people.
Experience working in medium-to-large manufacturing environments.
Intermediate Excel skills.
SHRM certification(s).
Lean Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement certification(s).

Responsibilities

Collaborate with leadership to develop and enhance HR policies and procedures that promote a fair, consistent, and compliant workplace.
Work with the HR Operations team to address employee life cycle needs, including performance management, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
Help ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Conduct regular compliance audits and develop and implement corrective actions to address gaps and mitigate risk.
Support HR initiatives, programs, and events that enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
Own and administer HR Operations systems and tools, ensuring data accuracy, process consistency, and a positive user experience.
Identify and drive opportunities to improve, automate, and standardize HR processes using system capabilities and workflow enhancements.
Ensure HR team members work closely with Operations leadership to support workforce needs and operational priorities.
Partner with Operations and business leaders on employee relations matters, workplace conflicts, investigations, and solutions aligned with organizational values and company policies.
Serve as a trusted resource for leaders and employees on employee relations matters.
Develop and implement production recruiting strategies with Operations teams to attract and retain target personas.
Drive initiatives that enhance the employer brand and provide a positive, consistent candidate experience.
Lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of onboarding programs.
Oversee relationships with temporary staffing agencies to support timely placement of qualified talent and a reliable temporary labor pipeline aligned with business goals.
Lead the internship program as a primary point of contact, coordinating planning, execution, and cross-functional participation.
Support Byrne’s Certavi et Vici competency framework.
Lead and develop HR team members, supporting performance, accountability, and professional growth.
Support safety initiatives in partnership with Operations and HR leadership.
Support office improvements and facilities-related initiatives with cross-functional teams.
Help lead and participate in employee engagement subcommittees, including Habits and Habitats.
Support planning and execution of employee events and engagement initiatives.
Evaluate workflows, gather feedback, and prioritize HR Operations system and process enhancements.