HR Manager - Caledonia Area

HR Manager | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $131,000 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 Caledonia seeking skilled HR Managers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Caledonia seeking HR Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee high-volume recruitment and onboarding for production, technical, and skilled trades roles.
• Manage employee relations, including grievance resolution, disciplinary actions, and conflict management on the shop floor.
• Ensure compliance with all labor laws, company policies, and manufacturing-specific safety regulations (e.g., OSHA).
• Implement and manage performance appraisal systems and develop training programs to enhance employee skills and productivity.
• Develop and execute workforce planning strategies, including succession planning and initiatives to reduce turnover among production staff.
• Administer competitive compensation and benefits programs tailored to attract and retain a skilled manufacturing workforce.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or senior HR Generalist in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws, HR best practices, and safety regulations (e.g., OSHA) relevant to manufacturing.
• Expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management for a production workforce.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement HR strategies that support operational goals and drive employee engagement.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills to manage diverse employee groups effectively.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with unionized environments or collective bargaining.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• OSHA 10/30 certification or extensive experience in workplace safety program development.
• Proficiency with manufacturing-centric HRIS or timekeeping systems (e.g., Kronos, ADP Workforce Now).
• Bilingual proficiency (e.g., Spanish, Vietnamese) to support a diverse workforce.

Job Titles That Should Apply

HR Manager, Human Resources Manager, Senior HR Manager, HR Business Partner, People Operations Manager, HR Director, Head of Human Resources, Human Resources Generalist

Why Pivot Group

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.