PEPL · 5 hours ago
Global HR Consultant
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expPEPL is a global manufacturing organization launching its first U.S. facility, and they are seeking a Human Resources Consultant to build the HR function from the ground up. This role involves establishing core HR infrastructure, policies, and processes while ensuring compliance with U.S. employment laws and supporting rapid growth.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Build the full HR function from scratch for U.S. operations
Develop and implement the U.S. employee handbook, policies, procedures, and internal controls
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations
Partner with legal and global HR teams to align U.S. practices with corporate standards
Design and implement recruiting processes from the ground up
Manage full-cycle recruiting for manufacturing, engineering, leadership, and support roles
Establish onboarding programs and new-hire orientation
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters
Build a strong, compliant, and inclusive workplace culture aligned with the company’s global values
Coach leaders on performance management, discipline, and engagement
Set up HRIS, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and record-keeping processes
Develop job descriptions, compensation structures, and performance management frameworks
Create training and development programs for supervisors and employees
Act as a trusted advisor to U.S. leadership and global HR
Support organizational design and headcount planning
Help scale HR practices as the U.S. operation grows
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
7+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in manufacturing or industrial environments
Proven experience building HR functions from scratch (start-up, greenfield, or new-market launch)
Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law and compliance
Experience creating employee handbooks, policies, and procedures
Hands-on experience with recruiting, onboarding, and employee relations
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Preferred
SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or equivalent certification
Company
PEPL
PEPL is a women-owned, employee-owned human capital management firm specializing in Talent Acquisition, Managed Services, and Advisory Services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
James Dyak
Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer Brock
Chief Executive Officer
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