We have been retained by our client, McDaniel Supply in Jesup, GA, to find a unique 'Player-Coach' to lead their Human Resources function. We are looking for more than just an administrator; we need a Culture Ambassador who can balance the tactical side of HR (compliance, payroll, and benefits) with the 'heart' of the role-employee advocacy, fair resolution, and team development. As the HR Manager, you will be the steward of a culture built on integrity, mutual respect, and the genuine care found only in a close-knit, family-run organization. If you are a resourceful, business-savvy professional who excels at building relationships while keeping compliance and efficiency top of mind, then this is the role for you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Culture

• Executive Partnership: Serve as a key member of the local leadership team, providing HR insights to drive business results and align people strategy with organizational goals.
• Culture & Change: Lead organizational change efforts to foster a culture of agility, while serving as the primary point of contact for employee concerns and fair conflict resolution.
• Talent Management: Drive performance management, succession planning, and career development initiatives to build a high-impact, future-ready workforce.

HR Operations & Total Rewards

• Payroll & Benefits: Manage full-cycle payroll processing in Paylocity and the administration of benefits programs, including 401k and ICHRA.
• Compensation Strategy: Conduct market analysis and lead compensation programs to ensure competitiveness and alignment with budget and business objectives.
• Systems Optimization: Serve as the subject matter expert for Paylocity, training employees on system navigation and continuously improving HR tools and workflows.

Talent Acquisition & Employee Experience

• Full-Cycle Recruiting: Lead the sourcing, interviewing, and hiring of top talent to support McDaniel Supply's growth.
• Lifecycle Management: Design and oversee seamless onboarding and offboarding programs to ensure a high-quality employee experience from day one.

Compliance & Safety

• Regulatory Oversight: Ensure total compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (EEOC, FMLA, ADA) and maintain all necessary HR reporting.
• Safety & Training: Oversee OSHA compliance and industry-specific regulations, including the implementation of required safety and compliance training programs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience & Technical Expertise

• HR Leadership: 5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally with a background in Employee Relations, Payroll/Benefits, or Talent Development.
• Systems Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Paylocity (or a similar HRIS) and a high degree of comfort navigating modern HR software.
• Compliance & Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws, specifically across GA, SC, NC, and OH.
• Specialized Regulations: Familiarity with OSHA and DOT regulations within the warehousing, logistics, or transportation industries.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Communication & Influence: Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills, with a proven ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Conflict Resolution: Adept at professional negotiations and navigating complex employee relations with fairness and discretion.
• Operational Excellence: Strong organizational skills with a "detail-first" mindset and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR certification a bonus