Description Mark Tower with Robert Half is excited to partner with a leading manufacturer in Orchard Park, NY on their search for an established Human Resources Director. The HR Director will lead all human resources functions, combining strategic HR leadership with hands-on management of employee relations, benefit administration, compliance, talent acquisition, training, and payroll processing. This is a Direct Hire position with a starting salary of $90,000 - $110,000, a discretionary yearly bonus, and a comprehensive benefits and perks package. The ideal candidate will have manufacturing experience and a modern approach to HR leadership. Responsibilities include but not limited to: + Develop, implement, and manage HR policies and programs that support business operations and comply with labor laws + Administer and process payroll for approximately 100 hourly and salaried employees accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations + Oversee timekeeping systems and resolve payroll discrepancies, including PTO tracking, shift differentials, and attendance issues + Manage recruitment and onboarding processes for both hourly and salaried staff to meet production needs + Provide guidance on employee relations matters, including performance issues, corrective actions, and investigations + Ensure legal compliance with employment practices and manage regulatory reporting (EEO, ACA, OSHA, etc.) + Lead performance management, employee engagement, and retention initiatives + Coordinate employee benefits programs and assist with annual open enrollment Requirements + Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred + 5+ years of HR leadership in a manufacturing setting highly preferred + Strong understanding of payroll regulations, federal and state employment law, and HR compliance requirements + Proficiency with HR/payroll systems. ADP experience is a huge plus! + Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills + High level of integrity and attention to detail Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .