HR Manager

Human Resources Manager

Location: Fairfield, CA

Job Type: Contract with potential to extend or convert

Pay range: $45-53/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and support all HR functions at a fast-paced manufacturing and production facility in Fairfield, CA. This hands-on role is responsible for providing strategic and operational HR leadership while supporting employees.

The Human Resources Manager will serve as a trusted business partner to leadership, oversee employee relations, ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies, and manage a small HR and administrative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day human resources operations for a manufacturing facility with approximately 140 employees.

• Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, investigations, conflict resolution, performance management, and policy interpretation.

• Conduct workplace investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions.

• Partner with leadership on organizational planning, workforce development, compensation, and employee engagement initiatives.

• Supervise and mentor the Human Resources Generalist, Payroll Specialist, and Office Manager/Receptionist.

• Support recruitment, onboarding, employee development, retention, and succession planning efforts.

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

• Manage leave administration, accommodations, and other employee programs.

• Oversee payroll-related processes including timecard review, approvals, troubleshooting employee payroll inquiries, and coordination with ADP for payroll processing.

• Maintain HR metrics, reporting, employee records, and compliance documentation.

• Foster a positive workplace culture and support operational leaders across all shifts.

Qualifications

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

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including leadership or management responsibilities.

• Previous experience supporting manufacturing, production, industrial, distribution, or similar environments strongly preferred.

• Strong employee relations and workplace investigation experience.

• Working knowledge of California employment laws and HR best practices.

• Experience managing and developing HR staff.

• Payroll knowledge and experience supporting payroll processes, including timekeeping and coordination with third-party payroll providers such as ADP.

• Ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

• Onsite position based in Fairfield, California.

• Supports a manufacturing facility operating across three shifts

• Occasional schedule flexibility may be required to address employee relations matters or workplace investigations occurring outside of standard business hours.

Direct Reports:

• Human Resources Generalist

• Payroll Specialist

• Office Manager / Receptionist

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay Details: $45.00 to $53.00 per hour

Search managed by: Tiffany Duong

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.