Human Resources Manager

Sauer Corporate Services LLC•Columbus, OH

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on Human Resources Manager to support and execute across all core HR functions. This role is ideal for a well-rounded HR professional who is comfortable balancing day-to-day HR operations with employee relations, compliance, and recruiting. An established HR foundation is already in place, including policies, processes, and core programs. The HR Manager will take ownership of executing these programs, ensuring consistency and compliance, and identifying opportunities for improvement over time.

Requirements

5+ years of progressive HR experience across multiple functional areas
Strong background in employee relations and workplace investigations
Experience administering benefits and supporting open enrollment
Working knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements
Ability to manage competing priorities and operate independently

Nice To Haves

Experience in a unionized environment, including grievance handling and CBA interpretation
Experience in commercial construction or similar field-based workforce
Multi-state HR experience
Experience leading or supporting HRIS implementation

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management
Guide managers on disciplinary actions, documentation, and employee management practices
Promote a fair, consistent, and respectful workplace culture
Administer health and welfare benefits, including enrollments, changes, and vendor coordination
Own execution of annual open enrollment within an established framework, including timeline management, employee communications, and issue resolution
Partner with brokers and internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth and effective enrollment process
Support ongoing improvements to benefits processes and employee experience
Lead full-cycle recruiting across multiple roles and locations
Partner with hiring managers to define staffing needs and candidate profiles
Manage candidate experience, offer process, and onboarding coordination
Execute compliance programs, including maintaining compliance calendars, policies, and required reporting
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, etc.)
Maintain HRIS data integrity and accurate employee records
Support reporting and audit requirements (e.g., EEO-1, benefits reporting)
Contribute to ongoing refinement of HR policies and processes