Job Title:
HR Manager
Company: LHH
Location: Lincolnton, NC
Created: 2026-05-08
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
LHH is seeking an HR Manager to serve as the primary human resources leader for an onsite manufacturing operation in Lincolnton, NC. This role requires a hands-on HR professional who can operate independently while partnering closely with leadership and supporting employees across all levels of the organization. This position blends strategic HR leadership with daily execution and is ideal for someone who thrives in a visible, floor-present environment. This position is fully onsite Monday - Friday.Responsibilities: Serve as the sole point of ownership for all human resources functionsAct as a trusted advisor to leadership on employee relations, compliance, and performance mattersCommunicate professionally and empathetically with employeesLead employee relations activities including investigations, corrective action, and conflict resolutionManage weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employeesOversee recruiting, hiring, and onboarding for production, skilled trade, and salaried rolesDevelop, maintain, and interpret HR policies, procedures, and documentationAdminister benefits programs and coordinate with external brokers and vendorsEnsure compliance with employment laws and regulations (wage & hour, FMLA, ADA, OSHA, etc.)Oversee workers' compensation, safety documentation, and OSHA reportingSupport managers with performance management, coaching, and employee documentationMaintain accurate HRIS records and personnel filesProvide HR insights, guidance, and reporting as neededQualifications: 3+ years HR Manager experience, preferably operating as an HR team of onePrior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environmentExperience operating as an HR Department of One or in a lean HR structureFluent in English and Spanish is a plusStrong knowledge of employment law and HR complianceConfident communicator who can guide leadership and push back when neededPractical, grounded approach "” equally comfortable being strategic and hands-onExperience with HRIS and payroll systems in ERP-driven environmentsBachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field preferred; certifications a plus