HR Manager

ORE Designs, an industry leader in high-end architectural design and manufacturing, is seeking an experienced, proactive HR Manager to lead and oversee our Human Resources function. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the HR Manager will drive daily HR operations at our Woods Cross, Utah facility. This is a fully onsite role supporting approximately 100 employees across day and swing shifts, as well as a handful of out-of-state remote sales employees.

This role serves as the central operational leader for compliance, full-cycle payroll, comprehensive benefits administration, employee relations, and policy enforcement. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach to day-to-day HR workflows while providing sound, trusted guidance to executives, department managers, and staff.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays yearly
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Competitive pay with regular pay increases
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Exceptional facility that is clean, safe, organized and well-lit
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling for employees
• Retirement saving plan with 401(k) company match program
• Regular staff meetings to increase communication
• Employee recognition

Qualifications & Skills

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, with at least 2–3 years in an HR Manager, Lead Generalist, or HR leadership capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline preferred.
• Professional HR Certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR) strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll processing and HRIS management (proficiency in BambooHR preferred).
• Demonstrated working knowledge of federal, Utah, and multi-state employment regulations (experience managing multi-state compliance, including remote employee states such as California and Illinois, is a plus).
• Strong background in manufacturing, fabrication, warehouse, or architectural environments preferred.
• Proven track record of managing sensitive employee relations situations with empathy, confidentiality, and sound business judgment.
• High adaptability and readiness to balance operational strategy with hands-on administrative execution.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization, from production floor craftspeople to executive leadership.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Compliance & Multi-State Employment Law
• Maintain strict adherence to federal, Utah, and out-of-state labor standards—specifically regarding wage and hour laws, overtime, leaves of absence, ADA, and OSHA requirements.
• Monitor changing legislation, keep employee handbooks and internal workplace policies current, and liaise with outside legal counsel on complex matters.
• Oversee mandatory reporting, E-Verify administration, workers’ compensation claims, and unemployment inquiries.
• Collaborate with plant management on workplace safety initiatives, workers' compensation injury reporting, and OSHA compliance recordkeeping.
• Full-Cycle Payroll & Time Tracking
• Oversee and process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 100 employees across multiple shifts and out-of-state remote employees.
• Audit electronic timecards and attendance records in close collaboration with manufacturing supervisors and department heads.
• Coordinate final paychecks and offboarding calculations in strict compliance with state-mandated timelines.
• Benefits & Total Rewards Administration
• Manage day-to-day administration and open enrollment for medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA/FSA, and 401(k) retirement plans.
• Serve as the main liaison with insurance brokers, carriers, and plan administrators to resolve claims issues and maintain compliance.
• Reconcile monthly premium invoices, manage enrollments and terminations in provider portals, and coordinate COBRA notifications.
• Participate in compensation benchmarking, wage survey analysis, and regular pay-band reviews to maintain competitive, equitable wage structures across manufacturing and office roles.
• Employee Relations
• Serve as an accessible, trusted resource for supervisors and staff, handling employee relations issues, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions with fairness and consistency.
• Foster a supportive workplace culture that treats employees as individuals, proactively recognizing personal milestones (e.g., growing families, personal accomplishments) and providing support during challenging life events or illnesses.
• Lead objective, thorough internal reviews or investigations when workplace grievances arise.
• Training & Employee Development
• Own and champion company-wide employee development and training programs across manufacturing, warehouse, and office teams.
• Partner with department managers and production leads to identify skills gaps, implement specialized job training (e.g., weld testing, safety certifications, operational skills), and establish structured onboarding and upskilling pathways.
• Manage workforce development initiatives, educational reimbursements, and state training grant programs (such as Utah Custom Fit) to maximize training investment and skill growth.
• Track and maintain accurate training records, compliance certifications, and developmental milestones across all departments.
• Performance Management & Leadership Coaching
• Coach supervisors and managers on effective feedback, objective goal setting, and documentation of performance expectations.
• Guide leadership through progressive discipline and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), ensuring decisions are fair, compliant, and well-supported.
• Oversee company-wide performance review cadences, helping align individual contributions with operational and organizational goals.
• Recruiting & Onboarding
• Partner with department leaders to coordinate full-cycle recruiting, screen candidates, conduct interviews, and facilitate job offers.
• Lead engaging new-hire orientations, safety walk-throughs, and onboarding documentation to ensure employees feel supported from day one.
• Manage structured exit interviews and offboarding processes.
• HR Operations & System Administration
• Administer and optimize our HRIS (BambooHR), maintaining data integrity, employee records, document storage, and automated workflows.
• Collaborate with accounting and operations to ensure appropriate, transparent visibility into payroll and headcount data.
• Ensure ongoing human resources presence and administrative coordination for our Woods Cross facility.
• Maintain complete, confidential personnel files, I-9 documentation, and record retention schedules in strict compliance with federal and state standards.

Schedule & Pay

• Full-time position: Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
• Hours: Schedule may vary slightly depending on business needs and project demands.
• Location: Onsite at our location in Woods Cross, Utah. Remote work is not available.
• Salary: We offer a competitive base salary that is comparable to industry standards.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Works from a normal office setting; however, spends occasional time on the production floor of the facility. May need to work in a variety of temperatures. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.