Payroll & HR Manager

About the role

CanAm Industrial is seeking a hands-on Payroll & HR Manager to support a growing, multi-state workforce from its Farmington Hills, Michigan office. Our company installs and integrates advanced automation and robotic systems for industrial, warehouse, and production operations across the United States and Mexico. In this onsite role, you will oversee daily HR operations, coordinate payroll through our Professional Employer Organization, and manage recruiting and onboarding activities. You will partner closely with leadership, accounting, legal counsel, and external providers to maintain compliance, improve processes, and support project-based staffing needs. This opportunity suits a self-directed professional who enjoys balancing employee support, operational accuracy, and workforce planning in a smaller, expanding organization. Day shift availability and the ability to commute to the office are required.

What you'll do

• Manage multi-state HR operations, employee records, policy administration, and employment compliance.
• Coordinate payroll with the PEO, validating hours, classifications, work locations, and payroll inputs.
• Support payroll reporting, audits, reconciliations, and timekeeping processes with accounting.
• Manage job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and onboarding.
• Advise leadership on employee relations, workforce agreements, compliance risks, and process improvements.
• Support project-based workforce planning and coordinate employee data with U.S. and international service providers.

What you'll bring

• At least 5 years of payroll and HR experience, including 3 years of multi-state payroll and compliance.
• At least 1 year of recruiting experience and 1 year supporting corporate governance or company policy administration.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, payroll practices, HR documentation, and confidential records management.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and independent problem-solving skills; onsite day shift availability in Farmington Hills required.
• ADP or PEO experience and SHRM, PHR, or CPP certification preferred; project-based workforce and international operations exposure are a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning the first of the month following 30 days.
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling.
• Flexible spending account and health savings account options.
• Professional development and opportunities for increased responsibility as the company grows.