HR Manager | Mattawan, MI

Salary Range: $81,000 - $126,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for fostering positive workplace environments and driving organizational success? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Mattawan seeking experienced HR Managers to drive results.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Mattawan region seeking HR Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for manufacturing and administrative roles.
• Develops and implements HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company standards.
• Oversees employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary processes, and grievance management on the shop floor.
• Administers compensation, benefits, and performance management programs for the manufacturing workforce.
• Identifies training needs and coordinates development initiatives, with a strong focus on safety and technical skills.
• Partners with plant leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and strategic HR initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations and promotes a proactive safety culture.

Recommended Qualifications

• Extensive experience in HR management within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proven ability to manage full-cycle talent acquisition for production and skilled trades roles.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, OSHA regulations, and HR best practices relevant to industrial settings.
• Demonstrated success in employee relations, conflict resolution, and fostering a positive plant culture.
• Experience partnering with plant leadership on workforce planning, performance management, and organizational development.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Fluency in Spanish or other languages common in manufacturing workforces.
• Certification in a specialized HR area (e.g., compensation, safety management, workers' compensation) relevant to industrial environments.
• Prior experience with HRIS implementation or optimization in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience in a unionized environment or with union avoidance strategies.

Job Titles That Should Apply

HR Manager, Human Resources Manager, People Operations Manager, HR Business Partner, Human Capital Manager, Talent Manager, Employee Experience Manager, Senior HR Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.