Job Description

EJ has an immediate opening for a Senior Human Resources Manager.

Generous Benefit Package that includes:

Paid Vacation and Holidays, Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave, 401K (with match), Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, HSA with Employer Match, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement and Bonus Program

About EJ: We are the leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of access solutions for water, sewer, drainage, telecommunications, and utility networks. EJ is a family-owned company with global operations. The corporate headquarters is in East Jordan, Michigan, where the company was founded in 1883.

Location: This position is located in East Jordan, Michigan.

The Senior Human Resources Manager serves as a key strategic partner to the Director of Human Resources and trusted advisor to corporate and operational leadership across the Americas region. This role is responsible for developing and executing human resources strategies that support business objectives within a complex, multi-site manufacturing organization. The position balances strategic partnership with operational excellence and supports leaders and HR partners in areas such as employee relations, compliance, organizational effectiveness, and people leadership, providing guidance across corporate and manufacturing operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Strategic HR Leadership

• Serve as a strategic extension of the Director of HR, supporting the execution of regional HR strategy and acting on behalf of the Director as appropriate.
• Act as a liaison between the Director of HR and operational leadership, ensuring consistent communication, alignment, and follow-through.
• Partner with leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with Americas business priorities and organizational goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, and change management initiatives.
• Translate business strategies into practical HR initiatives that enhance engagement, performance, and retention.

Talent Management & Organizational Effectiveness

• Partner with HR colleagues and business leaders to support talent acquisition, onboarding, development, and retention efforts across corporate and manufacturing functions.
• Contribute to and advise on performance management, leadership development, and succession planning initiatives to strengthen leadership capability.
• Support organizational development initiatives, including culture, employee engagement, and continuous improvement efforts aligned with business needs.
• Provide leadership continuity and guidance during periods of change or transition, supporting alignment between HR strategy and operational execution.

Employee Relations & Ethical Practice

• Serve as an escalation point for complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes.
• Partner closely with the Director of HR on sensitive employee relations, performance and leadership matters, providing analysis and recommendations.
• Champion a respectful, inclusive, and values-driven workplace culture.
• Coach leaders and managers on effective people leadership, performance management, and conflict resolution.

Compliance, Risk & Policy Management

• Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local employment laws and align regional HR practices with broader organizational standards as applicable.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of HR policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Support the Director of HR in risk assessment, policy interpretation, and decision making related to people practices.
• Partner with Legal, Safety, and Operations to mitigate people-related risk and support audit readiness.

HR Operations & Analytics

• Lead and continuously improve HR operational processes, systems, and reporting to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Utilize HR metrics and workforce data to inform decision-making and provide insights to leadership.
• Support HR technology initiatives and process improvement aligned with business needs.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop HR team members, fostering accountability, professional growth, and high performance.
• Promote collaboration across HR functions and business units to deliver consistent, high-quality HR support.
• Model strong partnership, communication, and leadership consistent with the Director’s expectations and HR vision.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise 1-3 employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 – 10 years of progressive human resources experience, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong working knowledge of employment law, employee relations, talent management, and HR operations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, partner with, and advise senior leaders across all levels of the organization.
• Required experience supporting multi-site operations, including both corporate and manufacturing environments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred; however equivalent professional experience and demonstrated leadership capability will be strongly considered.
• Active SHRM-SCP strongly preferred.
• Global experience is a plus but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Overnight travel is required.

EJ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.