Human Resources; HR Manager

Position: Human Resources (HR) Manager
Location: Berthoud

Description

The Human Resources Manager serves as a key business partner supporting a hands‑on manufacturing environment. This role oversees all HR functions, including compliance, benefits, payroll oversight, recruiting, employee relations, safety, and HR operations. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, approachable HR professional who can build trust across every level of the organization-from the production floor to senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

HR Compliance & Labor Law

+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations (FMLA, ADA, EEOC, OSHA, wage & hour, etc.).

+ Maintain and update employee handbook, policies, and HR procedures.

+ Conduct internal audits and prepare documentation for external audits.

Benefits & Insurance Administration

+ Manage employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental plans.

+ Coordinate open enrollment periods and partner with brokers/carriers.

+ Support employees with benefits questions and troubleshoot issues.

Payroll Oversight

+ Oversee payroll processing in coordination with accounting/finance.

+ Ensure accurate timekeeping, wage calculations, deductions, and compliance with labor standards.

+ Support employees with payroll-related questions.

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

+ Lead full-cycle recruitment for manufacturing, technical, administrative, and leadership roles.

+ Manage job postings, interviews, candidate evaluation, offers, and onboarding.

+ Develop relationships with trade schools, workforce centers, and staffing partners.

Employee Relations & Culture

+ Serve as a trusted resource for employees and supervisors.

+ Coach leaders on performance management, corrective actions, and conflict resolution.

+ Conduct fair and timely employee relations investigations.

+ Lead engagement initiatives, retention strategies, and culture-building activities.

HR Operations & Systems

+ Manage HRIS accuracy, personnel files, and overall HR documentation.

+ Improve HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, and workforce planning.

+ Prepare HR reports and metrics for leadership review.

Safety & Compliance (Manufacturing Environment)

+ Partner with Safety/Environmental teams to maintain OSHA compliance.

+ Support accident reporting, workers' compensation claims, and safety training.

+ Participate in safety committee meetings and facility walkthroughs.

+ Promote a safe, clean, and compliant production environment.

This role is 100% on site and reports to the Owner.

Requirements

+ 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including direct responsibility for compliance, benefits administration, recruiting, and employee relations.

+ Strong knowledge of Colorado labor laws, wage & hour regulations, and foundational employment law.

+ Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, or other hands‑on environments.

+ Proficiency with HR documentation and HRIS systems;
Paylocity preferred.

+ Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport at all organizational levels.

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