Human Resources Operations Manager

Steele Solutions•South Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

The Human Resources Operations Manager leads day-to-day HR operations across multiple manufacturing locations. The role ensures efficient, compliant, and employee-focused delivery of HR programs, systems, processes, and services while driving consistency across sites and improving processes throughout the employee lifecycle. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate HR data, supporting compliance, and leading continuous improvement efforts that enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness. The manager partners with leaders across facilities on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness. The role also supports organizational growth, acquisitions, facility expansions, and workforce changes by establishing scalable HR processes, and leads and develops HR team members. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills are important, as are proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems and knowledge of employment law and compliance requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive experience in human resources operations or HR management.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices.
Proven experience managing HR teams and driving operational excellence.
Proficiency with HRIS systems and payroll administration.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Analytical skills for interpreting HR metrics and identifying trends.

Nice To Haves

Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Demonstrated success leading process improvement initiatives within HR operations.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage HR operations across multiple locations, ensuring consistent execution of HR programs, policies, procedures, and employee services.
Own HR operational processes and drive standardization and best practices across facilities.
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and maintenance of employee records and HR documentation across locations.
Administer HR policies, procedures, and standard operating practices while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
Support talent acquisition activities, including recruitment processes, onboarding coordination, system access, and new-hire integration.
Partner with business leaders at multiple facilities on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HR service delivery, reduce risk, improve operational efficiency, and support business growth.
Provide leadership, coaching, and development to HR team members, promoting accountability, collaboration, and consistent execution across locations.
Support organizational growth, acquisitions, facility expansions, and workforce changes by ensuring HR operational processes are scalable and sustainable.
Use HR metrics and trends to inform strategic decisions and process improvements.
Oversee HR data management and workflows through HRIS and payroll systems.