Column Technical Services is seeking an experienced and motivated Human Resources Manager to join a growing manufacturing organization in Aurora, IL, where you can make a meaningful impact on both employee success and business performance. As a trusted partner to leadership and staff, you will play a key role in shaping workplace culture, driving talent acquisition initiatives, supporting employee engagement, and ensuring HR compliance and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, relationship-focused HR professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about organizational development and continuous improvement. If you are a hands-on HR leader who enjoys wearing multiple hats and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you! Essential Duties & Responsibilities-Ensure all employee documentation, HR records, compliance practices, and personnel data are maintained in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.-Serve as an employee advocate, promoting a fair, respectful, and compliant workplace while safeguarding employee rights.-Lead and manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and offboarding activities.-Partners with leadership to develop processes, provide training, reinforce accountability, and strengthen company culture initiatives.-Stay current on industry trends, HR best practices, employment legislation, regulatory updates, and emerging HR technologies.-Maintain and administer company policies, procedures, programs, and required reporting processes.-Identify organizational training needs and support employee development initiatives.-Assist with employee relations matters, workforce planning, succession planning, talent management, and employee development strategies.-Oversee payroll administration and ensure timely and accurate processing.-Administer employee benefits programs and support employee benefit inquiries.-Demonstrate initiative by proactively identifying needs, taking appropriate action, and seeking input from key stakeholders when necessary.-Foster a collaborative team environment by supporting colleagues, contributing to business goals, and showing appreciation for the efforts and contributions of others.-Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned by management. Qualifications -Five or more years of progressive Human Resources experience preferred.-Bachelor's degree in human resources, Labor and Employment Law, Business Administration, or a related field required.-Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.-Self-motivated and adaptable professional with the ability to learn quickly and manage competing priorities.-Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.-Experience utilizing Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS).-Working knowledge of employment laws, payroll processes, employee benefits, and regulatory compliance requirements.-Excellent organizational and time management skills.-Strong attention to detail and accuracy.-Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.-Professional HR certifications such as PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR are preferred.