HR Operations Manager at Ideal Building Solutions – Norcross, Georgia

About Ideal Building Solutions

Ideal Building Solutions is well-known in the roofing industry for exceeding manufacturer standards and getting a project done right. We stand behind our work and are proud to offer the highest quality roofing available. At IDEAL, our purpose is to show up to work to Do Hard Things and Become a Better Version of ourselves. If you are looking for long-term employment in a field where every day is different and the company invests in your growth please consider applying with IDEAL Building Solutions.

This is a full-time in-office role, M-F from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with a 1-hour lunch. Candidates living farther than 40 miles or 1 1/2 hours from the office will not be considered for the position.

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Job Description:

We are seeking an HR Operations Manager to own our HR operations, payroll, benefits administration, and HR systems.

This is an operational role that reports directly to the President and focuses on building processes and systems that can scale with the company’s future growth. As this is a new seat, you will be responsible for creating the playbook.

If you enjoy building and being part of a growing, dynamic team, please apply today.

Key Responsibilities:

Weekly Payroll

• Process and manage weekly payroll accurately and on time
• Validate time data, crew hours, and payroll inputs for completeness and accuracy
• Ensure proper handling of deductions, garnishments, benefits, and taxes
• Maintain payroll compliance and reporting standards
• Partner with Finance to ensure alignment with payroll reporting and journal processes

HRIS & Systems (Rippling)

• Own and administer Rippling as the company’s HRIS
• Complete system implementation and ensure data accuracy and integrity
  Manage employee records, job changes, and system workflows
• Serve as the internal expert for Rippling, implement improvements, and troubleshoot issues as needed

HR Process & Systems

• Identify gaps in current HR processes and implement standardized workflows
• Build and document processes for:
• • Onboarding and new hire setup
  • Employee documentation (write-ups, performance tracking, separations)
• Ensure processes are consistent, compliant, and scalable

Reporting & Compliance

• Manage onboarding, documentation, and employee recordkeeping
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies
• Handle employee status changes, terminations, and required documentation
• Support audits, reporting, and compliance requirements

HR Support & Employee Relations

• Respond to employee questions related to payroll, benefits, and policies
• Guide managers on HR processes and documentation
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all HR matters

Transition from Outsourced HR

• Partner with the current outsourced HR provider to transition responsibilities in-house
• Document processes and ensure continuity
• Establish full internal ownership of HR operations

Benefits Administration

• Own and manage all employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and ancillary coverages (life, disability, etc.)
• Administer benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations accurately and in a timely manner
• Lead and coordinate the annual open enrollment process, including planning, communication, and execution
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefit questions and support
• Ensure accurate setup and deductions within the HRIS and payroll systems
• Reconcile monthly benefits invoices and resolve discrepancies
• Partner with brokers and providers to manage plans, renewals, and changes
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations (ACA, COBRA, etc.)

Required Qualifications:

• 4–7+ years of experience in HR operations and payroll
• Strong payroll experience
• Experience with HRIS systems (Rippling or Paylocity preferred or similar platforms)
• Solid understanding of HR compliance and employment practices
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proven ability to build and improve processes in a growing environment

Technical Experience

• Experience with HRIS platforms such as Rippling, Paycom, ADP, Paylocity, or similar systems required
• Familiarity with benefits administration systems, including enrollment and billing reconciliation
• Experience working with time tracking systems, crew hours, or field-based payroll inputs preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets (data validation, reporting, reconciliations)
• Experience supporting or coordinating HRIS implementations or system transitions preferred

Minimum Employment Requirements:

• Clear a National, State, and Local Background Check.
• Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen & complete a post-offer pre-employment physical.
• Pass the 90-day introductory period.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in construction or field-based workforce environments
• Multi-state payroll experience (weekly pay, hourly/salary experience)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field preferred
• Equivalent work experience in HR operations and payroll management will be considered in lieu of a degree

Preferred Certifications:

• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP
• PHR or SPHR
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

What Success Looks Like

• Payroll is accurate, timely, and reliable
• Rippling is fully implemented, clean, and trusted
• HR processes are standardized, documented, and consistently followed
• Recruiting and onboarding workflows are efficient and organized
• Employee documentation is complete, consistent, and audit-ready
• The company operates independently of outsourced HR support

Benefits:

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• • Extra Holidays Paid: New Years Eve, Christmas Eve, and Friday after Thanksgiving
• 401K Plan with Company Match.
• Generous Referral Bonus Program
• Work / Home Life Balance.
• Industry Leading safe working conditions.
• Ongoing safety training and performance enhancement.
• Health and Insurance Benefits
• • 50% paid by Company
  • • Health Insurance with Multiple Tiers to Choose From
    • Employee, Employee Spouse, Employee Children, Employee Family Options
  • Cost Competitive Rate paid by Employee
  • • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short Term Disability
    • Long Term Disability
    • Accidental Insurance
• Opportunity to grow with a company that values you and is here to invest in your personal growth.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position.

Hours: Must be flexible

Travel

Travel is not expected for this position.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO:
We're an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training