Human Resources Specialist, Compliance

About the role

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Position: Human Resources Specialist, Compliance Reports to: Director of HR, Employee & Labor Relations Location: Sandersville, GA Position Overview Trojan Battery Company is seeking a Human Resources Specialist, Compliance to join our team in Sandersville, GA.

This role is responsible for supporting a compliant, ethical, and high-performing work environment through proactive employee relations management, labor law compliance oversight, and workforce analytics. The Human Resources Specialist serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees, conducting workplace investigations, ensuring wage and hour compliance, auditing time and attendance, and supporting policy development.

This position plays a key role in mitigating organizational risk and strengthening company culture through consistent, fair, and legally sound HR practices. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly professional, and comfortable managing sensitive matters while partnering closely with operations leadership in a manufacturing environment.

Areas of Focus * Lead and manage employee relations investigations and conflict resolution * Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws including FLSA and wage & hour regulations * Drive time and attendance accuracy through auditing, reporting, and policy enforcement Key Responsibilities Employee Relations & Workplace Culture * Conduct prompt, thorough, and impartial investigations into employee complaints, disciplinary matters, and workplace conflicts * Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on performance management and corrective action * Maintain confidential documentation of employee relations cases * Track trends in employee relations issues and recommend proactive risk mitigation strategies * Promote a respectful and compliant workplace culture aligned with company values Compliance & Risk Management * Ensure compliance with FLSA, wage and hour laws, and other federal, state, and local employment regulations * Monitor adherence to overtime, meal periods, rest breaks, and attendance requirements * Assist with development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures * Provide guidance to leadership on employment law and regulatory best practices * Support internal audits and compliance reviews Time & Attendance Administration * Oversee functionality and accuracy of timekeeping systems and HRIS platforms (Workday preferred) * Conduct audits of timecards, overtime records, and paid leave * Partner with leadership to enforce attendance policies consistently * Utilize time and attendance data to identify trends and improve workforce effectiveness Training, Documentation & Cross-Functional Support * Facilitate training on compliance, performance management, workplace ethics, and conflict resolution * Prepare and maintain HR documentation including investigation summaries, corrective actions, and policy updates * Partner with Operations, Quality, EHS, and leadership teams to address workforce challenges * Support onboarding and employee lifecycle processes as needed Basic Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field * 5+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 3+ years focused on employee relations and compliance * Strong knowledge of labor laws and wage and hour regulations * Experience conducting workplace investigations * Strong conflict resolution and mediation skills * High level of discretion and professionalism * Proficiency in HRIS systems (Workday preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite Salary Range: $70k-$85k Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!