GCG Automation & Factory Solutions (AFS) is seeking a skilled Human Resources Manager who can handle diverse HR responsibilities for an evolving, dynamic industrial automation business. This role requires an individual with broad HR knowledge and excellent interpersonal skills who will be able to manage multiple priorities to support our organization's growth and talent needs.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable wearing multiple hats and adapting to changing organizational needs while maintaining a high standard of HR service delivery. You will serve as a key strategic partner to the business, working closely with leadership and employees to align HR initiatives with business goals. You will lead and support initiatives that enhance organizational design, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and change management while addressing the unique needs of both our warehouse workforce and broader employee population.

This position will be located in our Rochester Hills, Michigan office. Other locations requiring occasional travel include Miamisburg, OH; Chesterfield, MO; Cranberry Township, PA; and Germantown, WI.  

What you'll do

HR Support

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing insights and guidance on talent strategies, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness.
• Support the Vice President of HR in driving change management, cultural transformation, and leadership development initiatives.
• Lead efforts to enhance employee engagement, ensuring alignment with the company’s mission and values.

Talent Management & Development

• Partner with leadership to identify and develop high-potential talent, ensuring robust succession planning.
• Facilitate performance management processes that drive accountability and development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver impactful training and development programs.

Employee Relations & Workforce Engagement

• Serve as a primary resource for employee relations, addressing workplace issues and fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
• Build strong relationships with our warehouse teams, ensuring their unique challenges and needs are met.
• Drive initiatives to enhance communication and engagement with a dispersed and diverse workforce.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with labor laws and regulations, with a strong focus on warehouse compliance and safety.
• Manage HR systems and data accuracy within platforms such as ADP, Cornerstone, and iCIMS.
• Develop and utilize HR metrics to inform decisions and track progress toward business goals.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Partner with hiring managers to attract, select, and retain top talent for both corporate and warehouse roles.
• Support job description development, offer processes, and onboarding to ensure a seamless employee experience.

 What you'll bring 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of HR experience, including employee relations and change management.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, labor laws, and recruitment strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence in a dynamic and evolving organization.
• Proficiency in HRIS, talent management platforms, and applicant tracking systems; experience with ADP and Cornerstone is a plus.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
• A strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution.

What we offer

• Competitive annual salary 
• Robust and affordable benefits options, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, and more  
• PTO plan with company paid holidays  
• 401K with employer contribution  
• An employee-centric company that values and truly appreciates our most important asset: You!  

About GCG AFS

GCG Automation & Factory Solutions is dedicated to advancing the growth of light industry automation and factory solutions across key verticals in North America. With a comprehensive product and service offering that spans the entire automation value chain, our customers trust us as a reliable partner to meet their diverse needs. Our strength lies in our deep technical expertise and specialized knowledge of the products we offer. This enables us to support customers in deploying and delivering high-quality, efficient solutions tailored to their specific requirements. Our commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience—marked by responsiveness, reliability, and personalized service—sets us apart as the supplier of choice in the industry.

GCG is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

These duties and responsibilities listed above are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Furthermore, the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

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