HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
Company Harrington Hoists, Inc. (AHC) Department Administration / Human Resources
Reports To Senior Human Resources Manager FLSA Status Exempt
Location Manheim, PA Travel Occasional travel may be required
POSITION SUMMARY
The Human Resources Manager provides day-to-day HR leadership and support for the assigned business or facility. The role partners with leaders and employees across the full employee life cycle, including recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, benefits support, payroll coordination, compliance, records administration, and workforce initiatives. The position applies sound judgment, maintains confidentiality, and delivers practical, consistent solutions aligned with company policy and applicable law.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with managers and supervisors on employee relations, performance, attendance, conduct, policy interpretation, and organizational needs; recommend practical and consistent solutions.
- Serve as a responsive point of contact for employee HR questions, escalating complex, sensitive, or high-risk matters when appropriate.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition on recruiting activities, including workforce planning, job postings, candidate screening, interviews, selection, offers, pre-employment requirements, and onboarding.
- Coordinate new-hire orientation, employment changes, transfers, promotions, leaves, and separations; ensure timely documentation and system updates.
- Administer or support health and welfare benefit enrollment, employee communications, eligibility changes, and routine coordination with benefit providers and internal stakeholders.
- Coordinate payroll-related inputs and issue resolution in partnership with Payroll; review data for accuracy and meet established processing deadlines.
- Coach leaders through performance management, corrective action, investigations, and conflict resolution; prepare clear, factual, and defensible documentation.
- Support leave and accommodation processes, including FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and other applicable state or local requirements, in coordination with designated resources and counsel as needed.
- Maintain accurate, secure, and compliant personnel, payroll, benefit, training, and other HR records; complete required reporting and audits.
- Monitor compliance with applicable employment requirements, including EEO, Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, FMLA, ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, OSHA, affirmative action obligations, and workers’ compensation requirements.
- Provide HR metrics and workforce insights to leadership, including staffing, turnover, attendance, recruiting, training, and other key indicators.
- Support employee engagement, retention, recognition, communication, culture, and continuous-improvement initiatives that strengthen the employee experience.
- May supervise assigned HR, payroll, reception, or administrative staff; establish priorities, provide coaching, and complete timely performance reviews.
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
LEADERSHIP AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Builds trusted working relationships with employees, supervisors, managers, senior leadership, vendors, and other internal and external partners.
- Handles sensitive matters with discretion, neutrality, professionalism, and appropriate urgency.
- Communicates clearly in writing and verbally and adapts the message to the audience.
- Works collaboratively while maintaining accountability for deadlines, commitments, and follow-through.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Three or more years of progressive human resources experience; experience supporting payroll, benefits, employee relations, or a manufacturing environment is preferred.
- Working knowledge of federal and applicable state employment laws and HR practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel; experience with an HRIS, payroll system, or applicant tracking system is preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and professional judgment.
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification is preferred.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Employee relations and problem solving
- Business partnership and customer service
- Judgment, integrity, and confidentiality
- Clear communication and active listening
- Organization, follow-through, and attention to detail
- Data literacy and continuous improvement
- Collaboration, adaptability, and accountability
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position and move about the workplace for extended periods; operate a computer and other office equipment; communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically; and occasionally lift or move office materials. The role may require access to office, production, or warehouse areas and the use of required personal protective equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
CONFIDENTIALITY AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
The position has access to confidential employee, payroll, benefit, medical, and business information. The employee must safeguard this information and disclose it only for legitimate business purposes and in accordance with company policy and applicable law. All interactions with employees, applicants, customers, vendors, sales representatives, coworkers, and leaders must be professional, respectful, and consistent with company values. DISCLAIMER This job description summarizes the primary duties and qualifications of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills. Responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice, based on business needs. Nothing in this job description alters the at-will employment relationship where applicable or creates a contract of employment.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Harrington Hoists, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants and employees receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.