Human Resources Manager

Location: Newburyport, MA
Schedule: Hybrid potential – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote
Employment Type: Permanent/Direct Hire
Salary: $120,000–$140,000

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to oversee all aspects of HR for a well-established, high-end custom manufacturing organization in Newburyport, MA.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys working closely with employees and leadership, building strong workplace relationships, and supporting business and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day HR operations, including payroll administration, onboarding, employee records, HR systems, and reporting.

  
  

• Manage full-cycle recruiting, from sourcing and interviewing through hiring and onboarding.

  
  

• Partner with managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruiting strategies for hard-to-fill positions.

  
  

• Serve as a resource for employee relations, conflict resolution, workplace concerns, and investigations.

  
  

• Maintain a visible presence throughout the office and production environment.

  
  

• Lead performance management, employee development, retention, and succession planning initiatives.

  
  

• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.

  
  

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

  
  

• Administer benefits, support open enrollment, and assist with compensation planning and benchmarking.

  
  

• Coordinate training and development initiatives, including safety training.

  
  

• Support workers’ compensation, return-to-work processes, OSHA compliance, and workplace safety initiatives.

  
  

• Partner with leadership and operations to improve HR processes and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership responsibilities.

  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

  
  

• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, payroll, benefits, and employee relations.

  
  

• Experience in manufacturing, woodworking, construction, or a similar hands-on environment preferred.

  
  

• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  
  

• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with employees at all levels.

  
  

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HR/payroll systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.

  
  

• Experience processing weekly union and non-union payroll.

  
  

• Experience working in a small to mid-sized or family-owned business.

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the qualifications above, apply today for immediate consideration!

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