Human Resources Manager
About the OpportunityRelate Search has partnered with a rapidly growing, privately-held manufacturing organization seeking a hands-on HR Manager to lead the people function at one of its key plant locations.This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys building while doing. If you’re energized by creating structure, partnering closely with leadership, and helping a business scale, this is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact.The RoleThis is the lead HR presence onsite, supporting a non-union manufacturing workforce of ~230 employees.You’ll act as a true generalist and strategic partner, working closely with the GM and leadership team to build and strengthen the local HR function while supporting day-to-day operations.Key areas of focus include:Driving employee relations and serving as a trusted advisor to managers and employeesLeading onboarding, attendance management, and foundational HR processesSupporting high-volume hiring in partnership with the TA teamHelping shape and reinforce a strong, positive site cultureBuilding scalable HR practices to support continued growthWhat You’ll Bring5–8+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in manufacturing or a similar environmentStrong generalist background with deep employee relations experienceComfort operating in ambiguity and improving existing processesA proactive, high-energy approach with a strong sense of urgencyBusiness acumen and a practical, solutions-oriented mindsetAbility to influence and partner effectively with plant leadershipExperience supporting hourly populations in a fast-paced settingThis role is ideal for someone who is:A “builder” who enjoys creating structure where it doesn’t yet existComfortable working through growth-related challenges and changeCollaborative, curious, and grounded in common-sense decision makingWhy JoinOpportunity to build and shape the HR function at the site levelStrong leadership team focused on growth and performanceClear career progression opportunities as the organization scales