A&D is part of a global engineering and technology organization focused on delivering precision measurement, inspection, and test solutions that connect the analog and digital world across healthcare, laboratory, industrial, and mobility applications. In North America, we are a growing team of approximately 175 employees across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, working collaboratively to provide innovative products, integrated systems, and engineering expertise that help customers improve quality, ensure accuracy, and drive performance in critical applications. We are committed to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, and we offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where employees can grow and make a meaningful impact.

Role Responsibilities

Architect Systems, Automation & Data Strategy

Conduct a full audit and redesign of the employee lifecycle including onboarding, benefits, performance cycles, mobility, and offboarding
Identify manual and repetitive tasks and replace them with automated, scalable workflows
Standardize processes to ensure consistency, speed, and high-quality service delivery across the organization
Drive technology adoption and ensure tools are fully utilized across the organization
Establish strong data governance practices to ensure accurate, compliant, real-time People analytics

Strengthen Compliance & Operational Integrity

Ensure all operational workflows meet local, state, and federal labor requirements while preserving business agility
Maintain the Employee Handbook and SOPs to ensure clarity, legal soundness, and cultural alignment
Own government compliance reporting
Build documentation, controls, and audit-ready processes across HR

Manage Workers’ Compensation & Partner with Safety

Manage workers’ compensation claims from intake through closure
Partner with Safety, managers, carriers, and administrators on claim resolution and return-to-work planning
Participate in safety committees and support safety policy development and training across the organization
Support works comp insurance policy renewal and provide reports as required

Lead Transformation & Vendor Strategy

Guide the organization through system and process transformations with clear communication and high-touch change management
Manage relationships with brokers, payroll providers, and HR technology partners to ensure strong ROI and service levels
Partner cross-functionally to embed new processes and drive sustainable adoption

Manage International Transfers

Interface between lawyers and employees/candidates to ensure information for visas are submitted
Ensure effective onboarding and set up of payroll, benefits, and tax support
Manage vendors to support hiring and payroll in Mexico and other Latin American countries as needed

Minimum Requirements

8+ years of progressive HR Operations experience
Demonstrated experience leading HRIS implementations or large-scale HR digital transformation initiatives
Experience working with ADP Workforce Now and other HRIS systems
Strong knowledge of labor law compliance and operational risk management
Experience building and maintaining HR systems as a reliable single source of truth
Track record of using data and metrics to measure process improvements and operational impact
Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills
Experience in multi-state environments and Canada

Preferred Requirements

Deep expertise in workflow automation and process optimization methodologies
Experience managing payroll and benefits vendors at scale
Background in building data governance frameworks for People analytics
Demonstrated success leading organizational change initiatives
Builder mindset with a strong balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution

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HR Operations Manager