HR Manager | Fremont, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $127,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Fremont seeking HR Managers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Fremont that are seeking skilled HR Managers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for production, technical, and administrative roles.
• Oversee employee relations, including grievance handling, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution within a manufacturing setting.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with labor laws and safety regulations.
• Administer compensation, benefits, and payroll processes, ensuring competitive wage structures for hourly and salaried employees.
• Lead performance management processes, including goal setting, appraisals, and professional development plans for all staff.
• Coordinate and facilitate mandatory safety training programs and other skill development initiatives for the manufacturing workforce.
• Drive workforce planning initiatives, focusing on talent retention, succession planning, and addressing absenteeism.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR management experience, with a significant portion in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• In-depth knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws (e.g., OSHA, FLSA, FMLA, NLRB) relevant to manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex employee relations, conflict resolution, and ideally, union relations or collective bargaining.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with an ability to influence and build relationships across all levels.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience supporting a unionized workforce in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in Spanish or other languages prevalent in the local manufacturing workforce.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• OSHA 10/30 certification or direct involvement in manufacturing safety program management.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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