Human Resources Manager

The Frate Group is a Transportation and Logistics provider with facilities in McHenry, Lake and Cook counties. We have four operating divisions providing asset-based transportation, nationwide brokerage services, warehouse and distribution, and fleet services. In 2026 we will be celebrating 55 years of experience in the industry with a team of 150+ employees. We incorporate our core values into every aspect of our business from our hiring practices to customer acquisition and our commitment to our communities, they guide us in our decision-making processes – Team Before Self, Optimism, Integrity, and Customer Satisfaction.

The Human Resources Manager at The Frate Group is responsible for leading and managing all HR functions across the organization. This role oversees recruitment, employee relations, performance management, compliance, compensation, benefits administration, and organizational development. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can align HR initiatives with business objectives while fostering a positive, high-performance culture.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies to attract top talent
• Manage the full-cycle recruitment process (posting, screening, interviewing, onboarding)
• Partner with leadership to forecast workforce needs

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees
• Address employee concerns, conflict resolution, and disciplinary matters
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Develop employee engagement initiatives and retention strategies

Performance Management

• Oversee performance review processes
• Support leadership in goal-setting and employee development planning
• Implement training and professional development programs

Compliance & Policy Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Develop, update, and enforce company policies and procedures
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation

Compensation & Benefits

• Manage payroll coordination and benefits administration
• Evaluate compensation structures and recommend improvements
• Oversee benefits enrollment and vendor relationships

HR Strategy & Leadership

• Align HR strategies with company growth objectives
• Analyze HR metrics and provide insights to leadership
• Lead organizational development initiatives
• Manage and mentor HR staff 

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• 3+ years of HR Manager experience required
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment law
• HRIS/payroll system experience (Paylocity is a plus)
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or PHR certification preferred
• A high-trust, high-accountability style—strong communication, sound judgment, and follow-through