Operations/HR Manager

Location: Largo, FL

Work Type: Full Time, Direct Hire, 8a-6p

Compensation: $90k-$100k/year

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the Director of Human Resources and executive leadership to support workforce planning, operational initiatives, and organizational performance.
• Develop a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, supply chain activities, sales, finance, scheduling, and administrative functions to effectively support the business.
• Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for production, operational, and administrative positions, including sourcing, interviewing, onboarding, and retention initiatives.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on workforce productivity, staffing levels, labor utilization, and operational performance metrics.
• Support compensation administration, workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
• Coordinate and facilitate cross-training programs to ensure workforce flexibility and operational continuity across departments.
• Partner with managers to identify staffing needs, improve team performance, and implement solutions that support business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, accountability, employee engagement, and operational excellence.
• Build strong working relationships with employees at all levels, from production floor personnel to executive leadership.
• Assist with employee relations matters by providing practical guidance and helping resolve workplace issues in a fair and consistent manner.
• Maintain compliance with employment laws, company policies, and HR best practices while balancing operational priorities.
• Lead and support organizational projects from concept through execution, ensuring deadlines, objectives, and business goals are achieved.
• Serve as a hands-on contributor who is actively engaged in daily operations rather than delegating responsibilities to others.
• Support onboarding, career pathing, employee development, and workforce retention initiatives.
• Foster communication and collaboration between production and office teams to promote alignment and business success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in Human Resources, Operations, Workforce Management, Manufacturing, or a combination of these areas.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, industrial, production, or similarly fast-paced operational environments strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to recruit, onboard, and develop employees across multiple levels of an organization.
• Strong understanding of workforce planning, productivity tracking, compensation administration, and employee development programs.
• Demonstrated experience implementing process improvements and driving measurable business results.
• Ability to analyze workforce and operational data, identify trends, and make recommendations that improve performance.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand how people, processes, and operations impact organizational success.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with a willingness to spend time both in office environments and on the production floor.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work independently, take ownership of projects, and execute with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working in an environment that values accountability, continuous improvement, operational excellence, and direct engagement with employees.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS, applicant tracking systems, and workforce management tools.

Pay Details: $90,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Haley Bosco

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