We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to lead people operations for a manufacturing organization in Fraser, Michigan. This role will oversee employee relations, talent acquisition, compliance, and workforce planning while partnering closely with leadership and operations teams. The ideal candidate brings a practical understanding of payroll, labor regulations, and performance management, along with the ability to support both hourly and salaried employee groups.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead employee relations matters by conducting thorough reviews, documenting findings, and working across departments to resolve workplace concerns effectively.<br>• Drive full-cycle recruiting efforts for skilled manufacturing talent, including machinists and other hard-to-fill positions, to strengthen internal hiring success and reduce outside agency reliance.<br>• Analyze workforce metrics such as headcount, labor costs, and payroll trends, then present clear insights to leadership to support budgeting and staffing decisions.<br>• Partner with operations and management teams to support a productive work environment across both plant and office-based employee populations.<br>• Provide backup support for payroll processes and help ensure accurate, timely administration for a non-union workforce.<br>• Oversee onboarding, employee training, and performance support programs that improve retention and workforce readiness.<br>• Ensure HR practices remain aligned with applicable labor and employment laws, including equal employment opportunity standards and policy compliance.<br>• Supervise and support the HR Coordinator, providing guidance, prioritization, and day-to-day leadership for the HR function.
We are looking for a Human Resources Administrator to support essential employee services and day-to-day HR operations in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling sensitive information with professionalism. The role will focus on onboarding coordination, employment documentation, background screening activities, and benefits-related administrative support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, ensuring required paperwork is completed accurately and on time.<br>• Prepare, review, and manage employment-related documents and legal forms in compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.<br>• Support background screening processes by initiating checks, tracking status updates, and following up on outstanding items.<br>• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation while safeguarding confidential information.<br>• Assist with benefits administration tasks, including employee communication, enrollment support, and record updates.<br>• Respond to routine HR inquiries and provide administrative support related to policies, procedures, and employee documentation.<br>• Track deadlines and ensure timely processing of personnel actions and compliance-related requirements.<br>• Work with internal stakeholders to help maintain efficient HR administrative workflows and documentation practices.
We are looking for an experienced Manager - Benefits and Retirement to lead the strategy, administration, and continuous improvement of employee benefit and retirement programs in Detroit, Michigan. This role oversees program design, vendor partnerships, compliance, and team operations while ensuring offerings remain competitive, cost-conscious, and aligned with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in benefits management, retirement administration, and regulatory oversight, along with the ability to guide cross-functional decisions and support employees through complex programs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the planning, execution, and day-to-day leadership of benefit and retirement offerings, ensuring effective service delivery across health, welfare, savings, and insurance programs.<br>• Supervise team members and operational workflows related to benefits and retirement administration, setting priorities and maintaining high standards for accuracy and responsiveness.<br>• Lead relationships with carriers, administrators, brokers, and other external partners, while reviewing agreements and coordinating contract-related actions through internal approval channels.<br>• Partner with purchasing, legal, and external advisors to assess vendor proposals, facilitate evaluations, and recommend selections that support value, compliance, and program quality.<br>• Oversee retirement plan administration, including enrollments, contributions, and transaction processing, to ensure records are completed correctly and within required timelines.<br>• Perform periodic reviews of retirement data such as eligibility, vesting, and contribution activity, resolving discrepancies and strengthening data integrity controls.<br>• Guide the development and annual administration of employee benefits programs, including policy updates, open enrollment execution, and ongoing program maintenance.<br>• Evaluate renewal rates, plan structures, and utilization trends, then present recommendations on program changes, carrier options, and cost management strategies to leadership.<br>• Administer leave and accommodation processes in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements, and support return-to-work coordination with leaders and organizational partners.<br>• Monitor legal and regulatory obligations, prepare employee communications and required notices, and collaborate with risk management on workers’ compensation matters and benefit usage trends.