Human Resources Manager

About Us

IMI Industrial Services Group is a full service, total solutions, industrial contractor.  Established in 1988 in Watkinsville, Georgia, IMI has over 30 years of success in the Industrial construction industry.  We have three satellite offices in Augusta, Covington, and Winder, GA.  IMI supports manufacturers throughout most of the Southeast and we are expanding rapidly; big enough to have all the necessary resources, but small enough to give genuinely helpful personalized attention to everyone who puts their trust in us.

Why IMI?

• Safety, Integrity, Quality, and Production will always be met at IMI.
• We have maintained steady growth and continually strive to advance.
• Founded on family values and principles.
• Focused on work/life balance.
• Rewards:
  • Competitive salary packages
  • Healthcare benefits
  • PTO plans
  • 401k with robust company match
  • Employee Referral Program

Job Summary

IMI is seeking a full-time on-site Human Resources Manager for our Watkinsville, GA office.

Essential Functions

The Human Resources Manager acts as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership team and oversees the full spectrum of workforce operations.  This position requires discretion to work with confidential and sensitive issues.

• Executive Partnership: Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with industrial business goals.
• Talent Acquisition: Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screenings, interviews, and onboarding new hires.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to employment laws, DOT regulations, and industry standards.
• Employee Relations: Resolve complex personnel issues and conduct internal investigations discreetly.
• Safety & Workers' Comp: Collaborate with safety team to manage claims and support field risk mitigation.  Maintain accurate documentation of incident reports.
• Benefits & Compensation: Oversee wage structures, performance reviews, and benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other employee benefits.
• Policy Management: Develop and enforce company policies, procedures, and the employee handbook.
• Workforce Retention: Drive engagement, training, and conflict resolution to reduce turnover.
• HRIS & Payroll Support: Maintain accurate records and documentation related to employees, compliance activities and corrective actions.
• Risk Mitigation: Manage offboarding, terminations, and legal compliance regarding exits.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a field directly related to Human Resources.
• Minimum of five years' work experience in a human resources capacity.
• Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of human resources; including pertinent local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Discretion to work with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Experience developing corporate compensation and benefit plans.
• Experience and desire to build a service-oriented environment; utilize conflict management skills and effectively resolve controversial issues.
• Ability to develop creative solutions to non-routine problems, master new concepts quickly and efficiently, and need to the ability to turn concepts into practical applications.
• Must be able to multitask, as well as prioritize tasks within a strict deadline, while still being detail oriented.
• Advanced skill level for operating Microsoft Office required.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Manual dexterity needed for repetitive tasks and operating standard office equipment
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds

IMI maintains a Drug-Free Workplace in compliance with federal/state regulations.  Employees are prohibited from using or possessing illegal drugs or alcohol on duty.  This position is subject to pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, and random drug testing.

IMI Industrial Services Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.