Human Resources Manager - Round 2 Spirits : Job Details

Crafting Legends, pouring memories.

Our mission at Round 2 Spirits is to develop innovative, disruptive, and iconic spirits brands that capture consumers' imagination and create memorable, shared experiences.

As our name implies, we've done this before. We were founded by a small group of seasoned executives – all close friends – who previously worked together to create and lead prominent global spirits brands. With Round 2 Spirits, we recognized a tremendous opportunity to leverage our collective experience to identify scalable consumer opportunities for innovative products that aren't being addressed by today's brands. Our first brand, Weber Ranch 1902 Vodka, launched in 2024 and quickly earned the Best of Class medal in the 2024 New York World Spirits Competition.

Round 2 Spirits is a dynamic and growing spirits manufacturer committed to crafting high-quality products with authenticity, innovation, and sustainability at the forefront. Our culture values teamwork, continuous improvement, and a dedication to delivering excellence in everything we do. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a Human Resources Manager who will help shape and maintain a supportive work environment that empowers our employees and drives our company forward.

Job Description:

As the Human Resources Manager, you will be a key architect in cultivating a positive and engaging workplace culture at Round 2 Spirits. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will oversee all day-to-day HR operations, including talent acquisition support, onboarding, employee relations, payroll management, and benefits administration. You will partner closely with an external HR consulting firm on strategic initiatives, ensuring that the organization's human capital infrastructure is robust, legally compliant, and aligned with our mission and values. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an emerging HR leader to shape a new position, influence company culture, and support the growth and development of our dedicated team.

Core Responsibilities and Activities:

• Employee Lifecycle Management: Oversee recruiting logistics in coordination with managers and external recruiters; support new hire onboarding, orientation, and offboarding processes to ensure a positive employee experience.
• Employee Relations: Act as the primary liaison for all employees regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs. Proactively identify issues, facilitate resolutions to workplace conflicts, and escalate more complex matters to senior leadership as needed.
• Compliance & Record-keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files and HR records in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies; assist with ongoing compliance initiatives (e.g., safety training, HR audits, documentation).
• Performance Management & Development: Support the performance review process and assist managers with coaching and development plans to ensure a high-performing, engaged workforce.
• Policy Implementation: Help develop, communicate, and enforce HR-related policies, procedures, and best practices that foster a respectful, inclusive, and productive workplace.
• Payroll Processing: Manage bi-weekly payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Time & Attendance Management: Oversee timekeeping systems; verify and reconcile time records to ensure proper calculation of wages and overtime.
• Benefit Administration: Assist with annual benefits enrollment, reconcile monthly benefit invoices, and address employee questions regarding health, dental, vision, retirement, and other benefit programs.
• Leave & Compensation Tracking: Support administration of leave programs (FMLA, state-specific leaves, vacation, PTO) and maintain accurate compensation records.

The information listed above is not a comprehensive listing of all day-to-day activity. Similar activities to those listed above may be required from time to time.

What Does Success Looks Like?

• Accurate and Timely Payroll: Employees are paid on time and accurately every pay cycle, building trust in the HR function.
• Positive Employee Experience: New hires feel welcomed, current employees feel supported, and HR policies are communicated clearly, helping create a positive, engaged workforce.
• Proactive Problem-Solving: You quickly address HR and payroll issues as they arise, improve processes before problems occur, and maintain efficiency in daily operations.
• Compliance & Accuracy: All records, benefits administration, and reporting meet company standards and legal requirements, ensuring the business runs smoothly and ethically.
• Strong Partnership: You work well with the internal & external partners, and coworkers, establishing yourself as a reliable resource who contributes to a supportive and productive workplace.

What Does this Role Require?

• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative and solution-oriented mindset, combined with a willingness to learn and grow.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 6-8 years of progressive HR experience in a start-up, manufacturing or similar environment required.
• At least 3 years of hands-on payroll processing experience preferred.
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll systems; experience with ADP or similar platforms is a plus.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Additional Information:

This position has a strong annual base compensation with a competitive annual performance bonus. Subject to company bonus plan terms and conditions.

This is an exempt position (not subject to overtime). The position offers a highly competitive benefits package including premium medical, dental, vison, 401k, and flexible paid time off.

At Round 2 Sprits, LLC we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.