HR Manager - Kentwood Area

Salary Range: $78,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for fostering positive workplace environments and driving organizational success? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Kentwood seeking skilled HR Managers.

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Kentwood seeking experienced HR Managers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for production, technical, and administrative roles.
• Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with labor laws and industry regulations.
• Coordinate and deliver training programs focused on safety, skill development, and compliance.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs, including wage structures and shift differentials.
• Facilitate performance management processes, including appraisals, goal setting, and development plans.
• Lead initiatives for workplace safety, including incident investigation and worker's compensation management.

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive HR management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in talent acquisition, retention, and development strategies for a production workforce.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, safety regulations (OSHA), and compliance best practices for manufacturing operations.
• Proven experience with labor relations, collective bargaining, and grievance resolution.
• Ability to drive HR initiatives that support operational efficiency and productivity goals.

• Experience supporting lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with manufacturing-specific safety regulations (e.g., OSHA) and environmental compliance.
• Prior experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• HRIS implementation and optimization experience within a manufacturing setting.

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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.