Human Resources Manager Safilo
, Denver, CO
Open to Relocation
We're looking for a dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead HR operations at our fast-paced optical/eyewear distribution center in Denver.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll partner closely with operations to drive people strategy, ensure compliance, and foster a strong, engaged workplace culture in a logistics-driven environment.
What You'll DoAs our HR leader on-site, you will:
- Lead Talent & Workforce Planning
- Own full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried roles
- Partner with leaders to forecast staffing needs
- Oversee onboarding to ensure strong employee integration
- Drive Employee Relations & Culture
- Manage employee relations with professionalism and integrity
- Support performance improvement and conflict resolution
- Foster a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement
- Ensure Compliance & Risk Management
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws
- Lead workplace investigations and maintain HR records
- Serve as a key liaison with global HQ
- Own Leave & Benefits Administration
- Manage FMLA, ADA, USERRA, and other leave programs
- Guide employees and managers through leave processes
- Oversee benefits and support employee understanding
- Lead Performance & Development
- Drive performance review processes
- Coach managers on feedback and development
- Implement training programs to support growth
- Oversee Payroll & Compensation
- Ensure accurate payroll processing and compliance
- Support compensation strategy and market competitiveness
- Partner on budgeting and workforce planning
- Use Data to Drive Decisions
- Track HR metrics (turnover, engagement, absenteeism)
- Provide insights and recommendations to leadership
- Champion Safety & Operations
- Lead safety programs and committee initiatives
- Oversee workers' compensation and return-to-work programs
- Partner with temporary staffing agencies
What We're Looking For- Fluency in both English and Spanish (required)
- 5-8+ years of progressive HR experience (distribution, logistics, or manufacturing preferred)
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
- Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with HRIS systems (ADP TotalSource, SAP preferred)
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field
Work EnvironmentThis is a warehouse-based role with exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and a non-climate-controlled environment.
You'll have the opportunity to own HR for a critical operation, influence leadership decisions, and make a real impact on employee experience and business performance.
