Human Resources Manager

Human Resources Manager

Location: Carlsbad, CA (100% Onsite)

About the Role

Our client, a growing technology manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and strengthen the HR function across the business. This is a highly visible leadership role that offers the opportunity to build scalable HR processes, drive compliance initiatives, and partner closely with executive leadership in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and serving as a trusted advisor to employees and leadership alike. This position will have broad responsibility across benefits, employee relations, compliance, onboarding, performance management, HR systems, and organizational development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of HR operations and serve as the primary HR resource for the organization.
• Manage employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) administration.
• Oversee leave of absence programs and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve onboarding programs to create a positive new hire experience.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook updates.
• Drive HR compliance initiatives and ensure adherence to employment laws and regulations across multiple states.
• Manage employee relations matters, providing coaching, guidance, and conflict resolution support to managers and employees.
• Lead performance management processes, including annual reviews, performance improvement initiatives, and talent development programs.
• Optimize HRIS functionality, reporting capabilities, and HR data management practices.
• Support recruiting activities, including interview coordination, candidate documentation, and hiring process administration.
• Oversee employee training programs and compliance tracking through learning management platforms.
• Partner closely with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives and foster a positive, accountable workplace culture.
• Continuously evaluate and improve HR programs, processes, and systems to support organizational growth.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including leadership-level responsibilities.
• Strong background in benefits administration, leave management, employee relations, and HR compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Demonstrated success building structure and improving HR processes within a growing organization.
• Experience managing HRIS systems and HR-related reporting.
• Knowledge of multi-state employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite and maintain a strong presence across both office and manufacturing environments.

Preferred

• Manufacturing, technology manufacturing, life sciences, or related industry experience.
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP).
• Experience with Epicor, Trainual, or similar HR and training management platforms.
• Recruiting and talent acquisition support experience.

Why This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to build and shape HR processes within a growing organization.
• High visibility and direct partnership with executive leadership.
• Broad ownership across all major HR functions.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where your ideas and expertise will make an immediate impact.
• Opportunity to drive meaningful change while supporting continued organizational growth.

Work Environment

This position is based 100% onsite in Carlsbad, CA and requires a strong presence within both the office and manufacturing environment. The organization offers flexible start times within a standard Monday-Friday schedule and provides the opportunity to work closely with leadership while helping establish scalable HR practices for future growth.

This is a Permanent position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

401k matching, medical, dental, etc

This is a fully onsite position in Carlsbad,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.