Human Resources Manager - Distribution Center

CSC Generation•Brownsburg, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role serves as the primary HR point person for Sur La Table's Brownsburg Distribution Center. The HR Manager will be responsible for managing full-cycle recruiting, overseeing the employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance and safety, and fostering relationships with a large hourly workforce. Key objectives in the first six to twelve months include establishing trust as the on-site HR partner, optimizing recruiting and onboarding processes, and providing data-driven workforce reports to leadership. This is a hands-on role within a lean team, requiring end-to-end responsibility and quick decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of progressive HR experience.
Distribution center or warehouse background strongly preferred.
Proven experience managing full-cycle recruiting, including high-volume and seasonal hiring.
Working knowledge of FMLA and leave of absence administration.
Solid understanding of federal and state employment law.
Ability to translate AI capabilities into business outcomes.
Proficiency in HRIS systems; Paylocity experience a plus.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
Clear, confident communicator in writing and in person.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Smartsheet.
Available to work onsite five days per week; office hours may vary based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

PHR or SHRM-CP certification

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruiting for Distribution Center roles, including posting, screening, offers, and Day 1 clearance, with increased volume during peak seasons.
Oversee temporary staffing operations, managing agency relationships, onboarding/offboarding, and timesheet submissions.
Own the new hire experience from start to finish, including facilitating orientation, ensuring system readiness, and conducting structured check-ins.
Manage attendance tracking, timecard edits, call-off documentation, and policy enforcement.
Administer the leave of absence process in partnership with AbsencePro, handling communications, approvals, and follow-ups.
Provide initial response for workers' compensation claims and escalate complex cases with proper documentation.
Monitor performance management completion and rating reports, keeping leadership informed of review timelines.
Coordinate monthly safety topics, annual training, and LMS compliance reporting.
Produce and distribute regular HR reports (headcount, rosters, terminations, OSHA, attendance, labor) and interpret the data for leadership.
Manage recognition programs, engagement initiatives, employee events, and conduct exit interviews to identify actionable trends.
Act as the day-to-day HR contact for employees and managers, maintaining accurate records in Paylocity and escalating employee relations concerns.