Human Resources Manager

Are You an HR Leader Who Thrives in a Hands-On Environment?

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations at a Gainesville, FL location. This is an excellent opportunity for a well-rounded HR professional who enjoys partnering with leadership, supporting employees, and making a meaningful impact on workplace culture and business operations.

The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in employee relations, employment law, talent acquisition, payroll, benefits administration, and HR compliance , along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• HR Operations: Oversee daily HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits, leave administration, performance management, and offboarding.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted resource for employees and leadership, managing workplace investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and sensitive employee matters.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, EEO, and wage and hour regulations.
• Talent Acquisition & Development: Partner with leadership to identify staffing needs, recruit qualified talent, improve retention, and support employee development.
• HRIS & Reporting: Maintain accurate employee records, manage HRIS data integrity, conduct audits, and support HR reporting.
• Benefits & Leave Administration: Coordinate employee benefits, leave requests, and workers' compensation claims.
• Strategic HR Partnership: Collaborate with leadership to strengthen employee engagement, improve HR processes, and align people strategies with business objectives.

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including HR management or leadership experience, preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal and Florida employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Proven experience managing employee relations, workplace investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Hands-on experience with payroll, benefits, leave administration, recruitment, and HRIS systems.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Experience independently managing HR operations while partnering with organizational leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
• Previous HR experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or defense environments.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of site-level HR operations while serving as a strategic partner to leadership. You'll play an important role in strengthening employee engagement, supporting workforce development, and driving continuous improvement across HR functions.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing strategic initiatives with hands-on employee support, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about this Human Resources Manager opportunity in Gainesville, FL!