HR Manager - St. Johns Area

HR Manager | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $131,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in St. Johns seeking HR Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in St. Johns that are adding HR Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle recruitment and onboarding for production, technical, and administrative roles.
• Oversee employee relations, conflict resolution, and grievance procedures in a plant environment.
• Implement and manage performance appraisal systems, disciplinary actions, and talent development programs.
• Develop and deliver training initiatives focused on safety, compliance, and essential manufacturing skills.
• Administer compensation, benefits, and HR information systems, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with all federal, state, and local labor laws, including OSHA regulations.
• Collaborate with operations leadership on workforce planning, succession planning, and talent retention strategies.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR management experience, specifically within a manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations relevant to manufacturing (e.g., OSHA, FLSA, FMLA).
• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, grievance handling, and conflict resolution in a production setting.
• Proven track record in developing and executing talent acquisition and retention strategies for production and skilled trades positions.
• Experience with HRIS systems and leveraging data for HR insights and decision-making.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with labor relations, including collective bargaining or union avoidance strategies.
• Bilingual proficiency (e.g., Spanish) to effectively communicate with a diverse manufacturing workforce.
• Demonstrated experience supporting lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proficiency with HRIS and timekeeping systems commonly used in manufacturing environments (e.g., Kronos, ADP Workforce Now with shop floor integration).

Job Titles That Should Apply

HR Manager, Human Resources Manager, People Operations Manager, HR Business Partner, Talent Manager, Employee Relations Manager, Head of HR, HR Generalist, People & Culture Manager

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.