Human Resource Program Manager Jobs in Bethlehem, PA

Our client in Telford is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist, with manufacturing experience, to support a broad range of HR functions, including talent acquisition, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, HRIS management, and employee lifecycle activities. This role serves as a key resource for employees and managers, helping ensure HR programs, policies, and processes are administered effectively while supporting a positive employee experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys balancing strategic initiatives with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment.
Salary to 90k with excellent benefits - onsite position.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, including sourcing, posting positions, screening candidates, coordinating interviews, and facilitating the offer process.
• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding activities and facilitate employee orientation programs.
• Represent the organization at job fairs, networking events, and recruiting initiatives.
• Monitor recruiting activity and hiring metrics to support continuous process improvement.

Benefits Administration

• Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, HSA/FSA, retirement plans, and employee assistance programs.
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding benefit plans, eligibility, enrollment, claims, and policy interpretation.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment activities and support employee communication initiatives related to benefits programs.
• Act as liaison between employees and benefit providers to assist with issue resolution and escalations.
• Support administration of retirement savings programs and related employee communications.

Leave Administration & Employee Support

• Manage employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, parental leave, personal leaves, and related documentation.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding company policies, procedures, and workplace programs.
• Assist with employee relations matters while promoting compliance and consistency in policy application.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, performance management programs, and other HR-related projects.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data, including employee status changes, compensation updates, organizational changes, and personnel documentation.
• Assist with payroll processing activities and HRIS administration as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations.
• Coordinate audits, reporting requirements, and compliance activities, including I-9 audits, EEO reporting, benefits audits, and other regulatory requirements.
• Support employee lifecycle transactions including hires, transfers, promotions, leaves, separations, and workforce adjustments.
• Maintain required labor law postings, HR procedures, and compliance documentation.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives related to HR programs and processes.
• Support departmental goals and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience with significant exposure to recruiting, benefits administration, employee relations, leave management, and HR compliance.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, or operational environments is preferred.
• Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR is a plus.
• Strong HRIS experience, including workforce management and applicant tracking systems.
• Experience working with recruiting platforms and sourcing tools such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and similar technologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HR-related software applications.
• Thorough knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Strong communication, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with employees and leaders at all levels of the organization.