Human Resources Manager

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you'll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that's always looking ahead.

Rite-Hite is seeking a strategic and hands-on Human Resources Manager, based out of our office in Windsor, CT, to support our distribution network, including multiple locations across the region. This role partners closely with leaders overseeing technicians, sales, and administrative teams to deliver HR solutions that strengthen engagement, build capability, and drive business results.

The HR Manager plays a key role as part of the regional leadership team-balancing day-to-day people support with long-term strategic initiatives that foster growth, collaboration, and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• Partner with distribution and regional leaders to support HR strategy across multiple sites.

• Provide HR guidance for diverse employee groups, including technicians, sales, and administrative staff.

• Support workforce planning, recruitment, and selection for key roles; coach hiring managers on best practices.

• Develop and implement onboarding, training, and development programs that build skill and engagement.

• Guide managers through performance management, career development, and employee relations matters.

• Promote consistent practices across sites while supporting flexibility for local needs.

• Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and develop proactive people solutions.

• Lead and develop an HR team member, fostering a collaborative and responsive HR function.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 4 years supporting distribution, logistics, or manufacturing teams.

• Experience working with hourly and field-based employees in multi-site operations.

• 2+ years of HR supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.

• Strategic thinker with strong relationship-building and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office; HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP) a plus.

• Willingness to travel up to 30% across U.S. and Canadian locations; valid U.S. driver's license and passport required.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Play a key leadership role supporting multi-site distribution operations.

• Shape HR programs that impact technicians, sales, and administrative teams directly.

• Hybrid work flexibility and a collaborative, growth-minded environment.

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people - because when you're supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.