Company Overview:
JR Metal Works, LLC is a precision metal fabrication and manufacturing company committed to quality, reliability, and responsive service. We specialize in custom solutions for a wide range of industries, providing end-to-end support from design through delivery. Our growing team values integrity, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement.
Position Summary:
At JR Metal Works, the People & Performance Lead plays a central role in shaping the success, growth, and well-being of our workforce. This position is responsible for full-cycle recruitment, hiring and terminations, employee development, training systems, and performance optimization, working hand-in-hand with the Culture Manager and company leadership. The ideal candidate is hands-on, innovative, and passionate about building a high-performing, values-driven team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Consistent and innovative recruitment of tradespeople, including creative outreach strategies.
- Work closely with the Culture Manager to monitor morale and intervene when engagement trends negatively.
- Plan hiring timelines in coordination with production demands and strategic vision of the CEO.
- Oversee talent development across departments; work with supervisors to build systems and training programs.
- Build, manage, and own the Employee Success Roadmap.
- Assist in the design and rollout of performance-based pay programs in collaboration with the Controller.
- Create role descriptions and job postings based on hiring requests.
- Partner with supervisors to build out onboarding plans tailored by department and role.
- Drive the employee review and feedback process.
- Oversee all hiring and termination processes with legal and cultural alignment.
- Support struggling employees in coordination with the Culture Manager.
- Develop leadership development initiatives and succession plans.
- Annually review and update the Employee Handbook for compliance and policy relevance.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Proven experience recruiting and hiring in skilled trades or manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated ability to build and implement training systems.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Comfortable with both tactical execution and strategic HR planning.
Working Conditions:
- This position occasionally operates in a professional office environment within a manufacturing facility.
- Occasional exposure to manufacturing floor conditions such as noise, dust, and machinery.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Ability to walk the manufacturing floor and attend on-site meetings as needed.
Career Growth Opportunities:
The People & Performance Lead position is designed as a growth-track role leading to Director of People & Talent, based on successful execution of systems, leadership development, and company growth alignment.
Ideal Personality Profile:
The ideal candidate has a personality that blends empathy with structure. Key traits include:
- Proactive and solutions-oriented
- High emotional intelligence (EQ)
- Comfortable navigating conflict with diplomacy
- Creative thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit
- Systems builder who can drive implementation
- Natural relationship builder across all levels of the organization
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
JR Metal Works, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):
JR Metal Works, LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and applicable state law. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our HR department.
