We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead people operations for a textile manufacturing organization in Arlington, Washington. This role will support employees and leaders across a broad range of HR matters, helping create a workplace that is compliant, well-organized, and employee-focused. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, discretion, and practical knowledge of employee relations, benefits, leave administration, and performance management.
Responsibilities:
- Act as the main point of contact for HR guidance, offering employees and supervisors dependable, confidential support on day-to-day people matters.
- Oversee employee relations issues by addressing concerns, conducting workplace reviews, guiding corrective actions, and ensuring appropriate documentation is maintained.
- Ensure HR policies, records, and practices align with Washington employment laws and applicable federal requirements, including pay, leave, and workplace compliance standards.
- Manage or support administration of protected leave programs, payroll-related coordination, benefits activity, leave tracking, and employee files.
- Lead onboarding efforts so new hires receive a clear, consistent introduction to the company, their responsibilities, and performance expectations.
- Partner with department leaders to create and update job descriptions that clearly define duties, skill progression, and opportunities for growth.
- Design and maintain a structured performance review approach that promotes measurable goals, consistent feedback, and documented expectations across teams.
- Work with leadership to develop practical career pathing and compensation progression frameworks tied to capability, contribution, and role development.
- Strengthen HR policies, procedures, and systems to support organizational growth while reinforcing a collaborative workplace culture.
- Advise managers on communication, documentation, performance concerns, and other employee-related decisions, while coordinating with external HR partners and vendors when needed.
The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 + discretionary bonus.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance: 100% employer-paid for the employeeLong-term disability insurance 401(k) with 4% company match2 weeks PTO (negotiable)8 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday