HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania at Weidenhammer

The Human Resources Manager guides and manages the overall provision of Human Resources services, policies, and programs for the entire Weidenhammer organization. As a sole practitioner, the HR Manager independently executes all HR operations while partnering directly with the CEO on people strategy, culture, and organizational effectiveness.

The major areas directed are:

• Recruiting and staffing (including technical roles)
• HR operations and Paylocity administration
• Performance management and employee development
• Team Member relations and culture stewardship
• Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Onboarding, offboarding, and lifecycle processes
• Policy development and documentation
• Compensation and benefits administration (in partnership with the CEO)
• Team Member retention and engagement
• Workforce planning and HR analytics
• Answering Team Member questions about benefits and employment practices
• Serving as a backup for payroll processing

The Human Resources Manager originates and leads HR practices that support a high-performance, values-driven culture emphasizing accountability, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The HR Manager coordinates implementation of services, policies, and programs; reports to the CEO; and advises managers and leaders on HR matters.

Responsibilities

HR Operations & Paylocity Administration

• Serves as the organization’s Paylocity power user, overseeing payroll, benefits administration, recruiting, performance management, time & labor, HRIS data integrity, reporting, and workflow automation.
• Maintains accurate Team Member records, digital files, and compliance documentation.
• Manages onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a consistent, high-quality Team Member experience.
• Develops and maintains HR reporting dashboards and analytics to support leadership decision-making.
• Completes and submits required reporting to federal and state agencies

Recruiting & Staffing

• Leads full-cycle recruiting for technical, sales, and corporate roles.
• Partners with hiring managers to define job requirements, evaluate candidates, and maintain hiring velocity.
• Administers pre-employment assessment testing.
• Ensures consistent hiring practices, strong candidate experience, and effective use of Paylocity Recruiting.
• Handles on-boarding and orientation of new Team Members as well as ensuring that a mentor is assigned to each new Team Member.

Performance Management & Development

• Leads the implementation and administration of the performance management system, including review cycles, feedback processes, and performance improvement plans (PIPs).
• Supports leadership in identifying development needs, high-potential Team Members, and training opportunities.
• Coordinates internal and external training programs, including compliance training and management development.

Employee Relations

• Serves as the primary point of contact for Team Member concerns, conflict resolution, and workplace issues.
• Conducts investigations and recommends appropriate actions.
• Advises managers on performance, documentation, and employee communication.
• Promotes a positive, inclusive, and values-aligned culture.

Compliance & Policy Management

• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, OSHA, and State-specific regulations.
• Maintains and updates the Team Member handbook, policies, and procedures.
• Manages PTO, leaves of absence, accommodations, and related documentation.
• Serves as the primary contact for employment law counsel and government agencies.

Compensation

• Supports compensation administration, salary benchmarking, and pay practices that help recruit and retain talent.
• Monitors compensation systems for consistency, equity, and cost effectiveness.

Benefits Administration (in Partnership with the CEO)

• Administers day-to-day benefits operations, including enrollment, Team Member questions, and vendor coordination.
• Prepares data and analysis to support the CEO’s benefits design decisions.
• Leads benefits orientations and Team Member education.
• Manages wellness initiatives and related programs (e.g., Bravo and Fun Ex).

Organizational Development & Culture

• Monitors and supports the organization’s culture to ensure alignment with company values and strategic goals.
• Provides insights to the CEO and leadership team regarding workforce trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Supports organizational design, change management, and Team Member engagement initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Broad knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation, organizational planning, employee relations, safety, and training and development.
• Demonstrated expertise with Paylocity, including payroll, benefits, recruiting, performance, and reporting.
• Experience recruiting for technical roles and supporting technology teams.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to operate independently with strong judgment and discretion.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team.
• High proficiency with the use of Microsoft productivity tools like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of the use and application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to HR practices.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 5–10+ years of progressive HR generalist or HR manager experience, preferably in a technology or professional services environment.
• Experience as a sole-practitioner HR professional preferred.
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• Ongoing professional development and affiliation with HR networks encouraged.

Skills and Qualifications

• HR Operations Management
• Paylocity Mastery
• Technical Recruiting
• Employee Relations
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Performance Management
• Organizational Astuteness
• Analytical Thinking
• Culture Stewardship
• Relationship Building
• High Autonomy & Judgment
• Application of Technology to HR

Position Type

This is a full-time, hybrid position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This position may occasionally require extended hours or weekend work during peak periods. Travel is primarily local during the business day, with limited out-of-area or overnight travel.

Reporting Relationship

The Human Resources Manager reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer