Cosmetics HR Manager — People & Compliance Lead

Human Resources Manager

Location: Teterboro, NJ
Salary: $80,000–$115,000 annually

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager for a cosmetics industry facility in Teterboro, NJ
. This position will oversee day-to-day HR operations and partner closely with facility leadership and employees to support a positive, compliant, and productive workplace.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on HR management experience within the cosmetics, beauty, personal care, pharmaceutical, consumer products, or a closely related regulated manufacturing environment
, along with a strong understanding of New Jersey employment practices.

• Manage day-to-day Human Resources functions for the facility
• Serve as a resource to employees and management regarding HR policies, procedures, and workplace matters
• Manage employee relations, including coaching, counseling, investigations, corrective actions, and performance-related matters
• Support recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and employee retention efforts
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR documentation
• Partner with management on workforce planning, staffing needs, employee development, and performance management
• Support benefits, leave administration, workers' compensation, and other HR programs
• Assist with the development, implementation, and consistent application of company policies and procedures
• Promote a professional, respectful, and compliant workplace environment
• Handle additional HR-related responsibilities as needed

• Prior Human Resources management or senior-level HR experience required
• HR experience within cosmetics, beauty, personal care, pharmaceutical, consumer products, or a closely related regulated manufacturing environment strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of New Jersey and federal employment laws and HR compliance requirements
• Experience handling employee relations and workplace investigations
• Experience with recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and corrective action processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office applications preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is a plus