Human Resource Manager

A-PA ACQUISITION LLC•Milford, CT

2h•$95,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Alinabal is a precision manufacturing company serving the aerospace, defense, automotive, and industrial markets. The Human Resource Manager is the primary HR leader for the company’s Milford, Connecticut facility and leads site HR operations, including employee relations, payroll, compliance, HR administration, and the local HR team. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the manager partners with facility leadership to support workforce needs, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement company-wide HR policies and initiatives. The role oversees daily HR operations and site HR staff; employee relations and workplace investigations; payroll processing through ADP Workforce Now; recruitment and HR administration; benefits and leave processes; regulatory compliance and reporting; HR-related ISO 9001 and AS9100 audit requirements; workforce reporting and analytics; employee development and engagement; and continuous improvement of HR processes. The duties described are illustrative and may change as business needs and job requirements change.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least five years of progressive HR experience, including at least two years in a management or supervisory role.
Demonstrated experience independently managing HR operations and supervising HR staff.
Strong knowledge of federal and Connecticut employment laws, employee relations, and regulatory compliance.
Experience managing payroll processing, benefits administration, employee leaves, and HRIS systems.
Demonstrated ability to manage workplace investigations, employee relations matters, and performance management.
Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to exercise independent judgment, manage competing priorities, and maintain accountability for results.

Nice To Haves

HR management experience in manufacturing or an industrial environment.
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
Experience with ADP Workforce Now.
Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 audit requirements and HR regulatory reporting.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Manage daily HR operations at the Milford facility, including supervision, development, and performance management of site HR staff.
Serve as the primary HR partner to facility leadership and manage workplace investigations, employee grievances, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and performance management.
Manage facility payroll processing through ADP Workforce Now, including timekeeping, wage and hour compliance, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution.
Oversee recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, employee records, HRIS administration, and workforce planning.
Oversee employee benefits and enrollment, FMLA, Connecticut Paid Leave, ADA accommodations, workers’ compensation coordination, and related HR processes.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws and coordinate EEO-1, ACA, applicable Form 5500, and other required reporting.
Manage HR-related ISO 9001 and AS9100 audit requirements, including training and competency records, compliance documentation, audit preparation, and corrective actions.
Prepare and analyze workforce metrics, including headcount, turnover, absenteeism, staffing, labor costs, and other HR performance indicators.
Partner with facility leadership on performance evaluations, succession planning, training, employee engagement, and retention initiatives.
Maintain effective HR processes, ensure compliance with company policies, monitor deadlines, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.