Human Resources Manager at Workhorse

Wixom, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Employee Relations, Performance Management, Workforce Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Paylocity, Compensation, Talent Processes, Employment Law Compliance, HR Analytics, Immigration Processes, Executive Communication, Conflict Resolution, Onboarding, Employee Engagement

Industry

Automotive

Description

Description Workhorse is seeking an experienced and people-focused Human Resources Manager to support our Detroit area operations. This role will serve as a trusted partner to business leaders, provide hands-on HR support, and help drive consistent, compliant, and employee-centered HR practices across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong Benefits knowledge, excellent executive-level communication skills, and experience working within an HRIS environment, preferably Paylocity. This is a hybrid role based out of our Wixom office. 4 days a week in office preferred What You Will Do Serve as a strategic HR partner to leaders and executives, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness Manage and support employee relations matters, including investigations, coaching, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation Oversee and support benefits administration, including enrollments, employee education, vendor coordination, and issue resolution Partner with executives to clearly communicate HR initiatives, policies, and organizational updates Support compensation, performance, and talent processes in alignment with company goals Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations Maintain and update employee records and HR data within the HRIS Leverage HR analytics and reporting to identify trends and inform decision-making Collaborate with payroll, finance, and leadership teams to ensure accuracy and alignment. Support onboarding, employee engagement initiatives, and retention strategies. Manage and support immigration-related processes, including coordination with immigration counsel, visa tracking, documentation, and compliance requirements Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a manager or lead capacity Strong working knowledge of employee benefits programs and administration Proven ability to communicate effectively and professionally with executive leadership HRIS experience required; Paylocity experience strongly preferred Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism Experience supporting a hybrid workforce is a plus Preferred SHRM Certification Paylocity knowledge What Makes You Eligible Ability to work a hybrid schedule, with a minimum of 3 days per week in-office Ability to successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment Authorization to work in the United States Why Workhorse Lead the Future of Electric Mobility - Workhorse is a leading electric vehicle company focused on delivering sustainable, purpose-built solutions that are transforming last-mile delivery and commercial transportation. Make Executive-Level Impact - This role sits on the Sales and Executive Team, offering direct influence on enterprise growth, strategic partnerships, and company-wide direction. Dog-Friendly Workplace - We believe great ideas come from people who feel comfortable being themselves—four-legged teammates included at many of our locations. Strong, People-First Culture - We foster a collaborative, respectful, and transparent culture where teams are empowered, accountability is valued, and leaders are trusted to lead. Innovation Meets Execution - Workhorse combines cutting-edge technology with real-world manufacturing and operational excellence—turning innovation into vehicles on the road. Growth-Oriented Environment -Join a company in an exciting phase of growth where your leadership, ideas, and results will directly shape what’s next. Workhorse Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Responsibilities

This role involves serving as a strategic HR partner to leaders, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, and organizational effectiveness, while also managing benefits administration and ensuring compliance with employment laws.