HR Manager

About Us:
At Safe Life Defense, we save lives by manufacturing cutting-edge personal protective equipment that’s reliable and precisely engineered. Ranked 3x in Inc 500, we’re a rapidly growing leader in the Body Armor and protective gear industry, serving law enforcement, first responders, security professionals, and civilians nationwide. Our diverse, inclusive team is driven by the shared goal creating usable, innovative, and affordable life-saving protection. If you want to make a real difference at a company with a meaningful mission — Safe Life Defense is where you belong.


Position Overview:


We are looking for the next leader of our Human Resources department. As the maker of life saving Body Armor for our nation's First Responders and Military, we know the backbone of our company is our manufacturing department. Our ideal candidate is an experienced HR manager who can help us create a strong company culture and bring together our office and warehousing staff. We expect and require excellent communication skills, both written and in person, and we want someone who is confident, competent, and not afraid to grow with us. If this sounds like you, we want to meet you in person at our 135,000 sqft facility to learn more about your HR experience.


Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and oversee ongoing HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding.
• Support employee relations including conflict resolution, investigations, and documentation.
• Administer company benefits programs and assist employees with enrollment and inquiries.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with applicable laws.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Manage timekeeping systems and collaborate with payroll processing.
• Assist with training coordination and compliance-based learning initiatives.
• Monitor adherence to company policies and HR procedures.
• Assist in planning and executing employee engagement activities, recognition, and events.
• Participate in audits and workplace safety efforts in partnership with leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• HR experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment (manufacturing or warehouse experience required.)
• Solid working knowledge of employment law, HR policies, and HRIS systems (BambooHR) and the ability to implement new systems.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain structure and consistency while adapting to a growing company.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Disqualifications:

● Lack of Respect for Our Communities: We proudly support Law Enforcement, EMS, Fire, Security, and Military personnel. A genuine respect for these service communities is essential.

● Criminal Record: Due to the sensitive nature of our products and business, we cannot hire felons.

● Poor Attitude: A positive, solution-oriented mindset is critical. We support and uplift each other—mutual commitment is non-negotiable.

● Multiple Jobs: We seek dedicated, long-term team members committed to Safe Life Defense’s mission and success.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person