HR Manager | Byron Center, MI

Salary Range: $77,000 - $122,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for fostering positive workplace environments and driving organizational success? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Byron Center seeking experienced HR Managers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Byron Center seeking HR Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment and onboarding processes for production, technical, and administrative staff.
• Oversee employee relations, including grievance resolution, disciplinary actions, and conflict management within the manufacturing plant.
• Develop and implement HR policies and ensure compliance with labor laws and manufacturing-specific regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Administer compensation, benefits, and performance management programs tailored to a diverse manufacturing workforce.
• Lead workforce planning initiatives and manage staffing levels to support production demands and shift schedules.
• Collaborate with EHS to promote a strong safety culture, manage workers' compensation claims, and ensure a healthy work environment.
• Identify training needs and coordinate development programs for skills enhancement and operational efficiency.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated expertise across core HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and compensation & benefits.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including OSHA compliance relevant to manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues and foster a positive, productive work environment.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies and strategies tailored to a production setting, focusing on engagement and retention.

Bonus Qualifications

• Understanding of Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
• OSHA 10 or 30 Hour certification (General Industry).
• Fluency in a second language common among the manufacturing workforce (e.g., Spanish).
• Experience with multi-site HR operations.

Job Titles That Should Apply

HR Manager, Human Resources Manager, Senior HR Manager, HR Business Partner, People Operations Manager, Talent Manager, Employee Relations Manager, Head of People

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.