HR General Manager (Madison)

Job Title: HR General ManagerLocation: On Site - Madison, Alabama, United StatesSalary: $110,000-$120,000Skills: HR leadership, employment law, EHS program management, compensation and benefits, talent acquisitionBenefits: Strong PTO policy, 401k with matching, full insurance coverage (paid by company)About the Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing Company / The Opportunity:Join a prominent organization in the motor vehicle parts manufacturing industry serving as a trusted HR partner inside a dynamic, multicultural environment. Our client, recognized for operational excellence and innovation, offers the chance to influence the direction, policies, and workplace culture of a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing facility. As the HR General Manager, you will play a critical role in aligning human resource strategies with business goals, ensuring compliance, and leading key initiatives that foster workforce engagement, safety, and continuous improvement.Responsibilities:Direct all HR functions, including employee relations, compliance, compensation, benefits, recruitment, training, general affairs, and EHS management for a 500+ associate manufacturing environment.Serve as the primary HR advisor to executive leadership, supporting business objectives with robust policy development and implementation.Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws and regulations, including FLSA, EEOC, OSHA, ADA, and NLRB requirements.Lead investigation and resolution of complex employee relations issues, including grievances, policy violations, and performance concerns.Manage benefit programs, payroll administration, open enrollment, and all activities related to compensation planning and vendor relationships.Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, succession planning, and annual performance evaluation processes across all departments.Administer contract management for insurance, vendors, and legal agreements, ensuring proper authorization, compliance, and record-keeping.Provide leadership for EHS programs, ensuring workplace safety standards and all environmental, health, and safety compliance requirements are met.Must-Have Skills:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive HR experience, with at least five (5) years in a leadership or generalist management role.Advanced knowledge of federal and state employment laws (FLSA, EEOC, OSHA, ADA, NLRB, FMLA, ERISA, HIPAA, EPA regulations, etc.) as relevant to large manufacturing environments.Proven leadership, coaching, and people management capabilities, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.Advanced proficiency in HR information systems, payroll platforms, and data analysis tools.Nice-to-Have Skills:Advanced HR certification (PHR, SPHR, GPHR) strongly preferred.Experience in automotive manufacturing or Tier 1 supplier environments.Direct oversight of General Affairs and/or Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) functions.Familiarity with Japanese-owned or multinational business operations and cross-cultural workplace practices.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including financial stewardship and contract management expertise.