People Operations Manager Jobs in Michigan
People Operations Manager jobs in Michigan are consistently in demand, with the strongest concentration in manufacturing, healthcare, automotive supply chain, and financial services sectors at mid to senior levels. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor account for the largest share of openings, with well-established employers like General Motors, Beaumont Health, and Consumers Energy maintaining ongoing people operations functions across their Michigan operations. HR business partnering, employee relations, and talent acquisition oversight are the specialties appearing most often in Michigan listings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Minimum Requirements
- Minimum 7-10 years’ experience in HR preferably in a manufacturing/production environment.
- HR related certification/degree or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and Workday and Dayforce.
- Ability to maintain confidentially and is respectful for need to do so.
- Experience in recruitment and selection, training assessment, performance management, employee relations, and compensation and benefit management.
- Able to handle conflict / stressful situations and resolve in a professional manner.
- Experience assisting with supporting Health & Safety and Environmental programs.
- Knowledge of OSHA and Environmental requirements.
- Knowledge and experience with ISO 14001 & 45001 preferred.
- Experience leading investigations.
- Understands importance of supporting workforce and developing repour and trust of the team.
- Experience of being a lead for the Department during audits such as IATF, ISO 14001 & 45001, and Mafact.
- 1-3 years’ experience supervising and mentoring team members.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and prioritize a heavy workload.
- Professional, friendly and exceptional interpersonal skills (written, verbal, listening). Able to manage difficult conversations when needed.
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Experience managing Training Grants including providing reports on governmental affairs and agencies.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) including ability to understand, speak and write English.
- Working knowledge of applicable Labor Laws.
- Must be able to work additional hours and weekends, when required.
- Demonstrates creativity, initiative, and problem-solving skills.
- Team oriented work approach.
- Must be flexible in fulfilling job responsibilities and initiating and embracing company change.
- Excellent attendance and performance record.
- Ability to work with others in a team environment.
- Self-starter with a positive attitude.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
- Able to obtain HIPPA Certification through Magna.
Job Specific Responsibilities
- Assist in the administration of policies and procedures in the area of human resources including Benefits, Safety and Health, Employee Work Rules and Regulations, Employee Orientation, and Training.
- Maintain confidentiality in all areas of human resources.
- Assists in coordination of Company functions, employee relations’ activities and training registration.
- Files and organizes forms and documents, reference materials and assists in maintenance of employment records in accordance with record-keeping guidelines.
- Responsible for recruiting qualified candidates for open positions and related tasks including conducting new employee orientations and exit interviews, creating postings, conducting interviews, perform reference checks, preparing offer letters etc.
- Create employee communications including presentations for Employee Meetings.
- Issue employee disciplines when required.
- Oversee Training for division; scheduling of and maintaining in Workday and notifications to employees.
- Process payroll and benefit related tasks.
- Complete KPI’s as required.
- Provide guidance to employees when appropriate and assist and advise Supervisors\Managers on employee issues.
- Maintain current knowledge of all related employment legislations.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new programs, Employee Opinion Survey’s/ Focus Groups, Wage & Benefits survey, Fairness Committee and other HR functions/ Action Plans
- Assist in the maintenance of programs, policies, and procedures in accordance with MPT and MPTSHB objectives.
- Maintain Open Door policy (and follow up on employee concerns)
- Ensure fair and consistent treatment of all employees.
- Champion the principles of the Magna Employee Charter.
- Assist Managers/Supervisors in dealing with employee issues including investigations and providing advice in managing the progressive disciplinary procedures.
- Accountable for the maintenance of the internal job posting process.
- Maintain resume tracking systems for both internal and external applicants.
- Manage the salaried performance plan process in Workday and hourly review & appraisal process.
- Review and Update Job descriptions with Management as required.
- Manage Training Grants including providing reports governmental affairs and agencies.
- Coordinate and administer employee training and development. Maintain tracking of training.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new programs, Employee Opinion Survey’s/Focus Groups, Wage and Benefits Survey and other HR functions/Action plans.
- Develop and present training programs/material.
- Responsible for the facilitation of the Fairness Committee.
- Conduct LPA and HSE audits.
- Prepare employee notices, letters, memorandums, and other documents as required.
- Prepare monthly employee meeting presentations and present as required. Attend all monthly employee meetings.
- Prepare employee meeting minutes, letters, memorandums, and other documents as required.
- Attend Human Resources Department Meetings and Management Staff Meetings when HRM is unavailable to attend.
- Have a daily presence on the shop floor and provide flexible coverage across all shifts when required.
- Train and assist with managing mylife app, Magna Now and MPT Shelby Township SharePoint.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. These duties cover only the more significant responsibilities, they are not meant to be all inclusive. Other duties may be given by Manager / Supervisor in addition to, or instead of, those listed here.
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Automotive
- Insurance
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Technology & Software
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in people operations manager jobs across Michigan.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
- Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred
- Three or more years of progressive HR or people operations experience in a management role
- Demonstrated experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or UKG
- Strong working knowledge of Michigan employment law and federal labor regulations
- Proven ability to partner with business leaders on workforce planning and employee relations
People Operations Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a people operations manager in Michigan?
A bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or organizational development is the standard starting point for this role in Michigan. Michigan does not require a state-issued license to work in people operations, but employers across the state consistently prefer candidates who hold a professional certification such as the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP from the Society for Human Resource Management, or the PHR from HRCI. Building experience in generalist HR roles at Michigan manufacturers, health systems, or large service organizations is the most common path to a management position.
How much do people operations managers make in Michigan?
People operations managers in Michigan earn a median of about $138,930 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $88,990 for the lowest 10% to over $224,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire people operations managers in Michigan?
Employers hiring people operations managers in Michigan right now include Flex-N-Gate, Michigan State University, and Aramark, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's concentration of large manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services employers means demand for people operations managers is distributed across both the Detroit metro and regional hubs like Grand Rapids and Lansing.
Which Michigan cities have the most people operations manager jobs?
Grand Rapids, Detroit, and Muskegon have the most people operations manager openings in Michigan. Detroit anchors the largest share of demand, driven by its concentration of automotive headquarters, large health systems, and financial services firms, while Grand Rapids reflects its fast-growing manufacturing and healthcare base and Ann Arbor draws openings from the University of Michigan and a dense cluster of technology and life sciences employers.
Are there remote people operations manager jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than many HR roles, because people operations managers at larger organizations frequently handle policy development, HRIS administration, and strategic planning that can be done off-site. About 36% of people operations manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting genuine flexibility in the field. The parts of the role most likely to remain on-site are employee relations investigations and new hire onboarding that require a physical presence.
How can I get hired as a people operations manager in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or generalist role at a mid-size Michigan manufacturer or health system, where exposure to benefits, onboarding, and employee relations builds the foundation employers expect before promoting into management. Large Michigan employers including automotive suppliers, regional hospital networks, and insurance carriers run rotational HR associate programs that bring in candidates without direct management experience. Earning a SHRM-CP certification early signals seriousness to Michigan hiring managers and meaningfully strengthens an application at the coordinator or specialist level before moving into a manager title.
Where can I find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to people operations manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit. No sign-up is required to view the listings.
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