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Human Resource Manager
- McGard LLC (Orchard Park, NY)
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McGard
Human Resources Manager
1st Shift, Monday – Friday
Salaried, $120,000 - $160,000 DOE
At McGard LLC, precision is in our DNA, from the products we engineer to the people who power them. As a global leader in automotive security solutions with global operations, we’re seeking a Human Resources Manager who’s ready to take the wheel of our corporate HR function and steer it into the next era of growth, accountability, and cultural impact.
This is a high-visibility, high-responsibility role reporting directly to the President and serving as a key member of the Senior Management Team. You’ll be more than a policy expert. You’ll be the cultural architect, the strategist, and the driver of meaningful change across the organization.
About McGard
We are a mid-sized global manufacturer in the automotive industry with a diverse workforce that includes hourly production staff, skilled trades, and office professionals in engineering, finance, sales, and operations. Our culture is built on precision, innovation, and integrity—and we’re committed to evolving it with purpose. At McGard, we live our core values every day:
+ Passion – We take pride in our work and exceed expectations.
+ Integrity – We act with honesty, ethics, and transparency.
+ Innovation – We challenge assumptions and embrace better ways.
+ Ownership – We’re accountable, empowered, and united in purpose.
What You’ll Drive
+ Partner with senior leadership to execute people strategies that support business goals and talent development.
+ Lead core Human Resources operations: benefits, performance management, recruitment, compliance, onboarding, and training.
+ Own employee relations and labor strategies—including employee engagement, conflict resolution, and workplace culture initiatives.
+ Design and implement employee engagement programs that build cross-functional collaboration and recognition—from appreciation events to meaningful recognition platforms.
+ Manage a dedicated Human Resources team and provide day-to-day guidance to leaders at all levels.
+ Champion change management initiatives to support organizational transformation.
+ Leverage HR analytics and systems to inform strategic decisions and optimize workforce planning.
+ Promote a culture of inclusion and respect, with a strong emphasis on cultural and language diversity across the workforce.
What You Bring
+ Proven experience with labor law compliance and employee relations.
+ Proven experience in compensation structures, payroll administration, benefits programs, and performance management systems.
+ Deep knowledge of EEOC, NLRB, NYS general labor law, and experience with Unions a plus.
+ Experience in leading through organizational change, including restructuring or cultural transformation.
+ Proficiency in HR platforms and data-driven decision-making.
+ Demonstrated success in developing and leading leadership training and development programs.
+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with high integrity and emotional intelligence.
+ Strategic mindset with the ability to influence and build consensus across diverse stakeholders.
+ Resilience and agility in fast-paced, evolving environments.
+ Experience working with multilingual teams is a plus
+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum five (5) years of relevant HR Manager experience in a manufacturing environment required. SHRM (i.e. PHR or SPHR) certification preferred.
Ready to Take the Wheel? If you're a bold, people-first leader ready to shift gears and accelerate impact apply now. Let’s drive the future of McGard together.
"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."
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