Our client, a prominent manufacturer and exporter specializing in all types of caps, headwear, baseball caps is seeking an enthusiastic, goal-driven, and dedicated professional with a strong sense of integrity to fill the position of a Human Resource Manager (HR Manager).

Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Location: Bright Free Zone, Afienya, Tema

Reports To: Managing Director

Position Overview

The HR Manager will play a key leadership role in building a strong, efficient, and compliant workforce for the company — the first large-scale hat manufacturing factory in Africa. This position requires a highly organized, proactive, and people-oriented professional who understands both local and international labor environments, and who can align HR practices with the company’s strategic growth plan.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Talent Acquisition & Development

· Develop and execute recruitment strategies to attract and retain skilled professionals suited to the apparel and headwear manufacturing industry.

· Work closely with department heads to identify manpower needs and build a sustainable pipeline of local and expatriate talent.

· Lead onboarding, training, and career development programs to enhance workforce capability and efficiency.

2. Organizational Structure & HR Systems

· Design, document, and continuously refine the factory’s core organizational structure (departments, reporting lines, job grading, and hierarchy).

· Develop standardized Job Descriptions, KPIs, and evaluation systems for all key positions.

· Build and maintain accurate HR databases, including employee records, contracts, attendance, and performance files.

3. Policy Implementation & Compliance

· Establish and enforce HR policies and procedures that comply with Ghana labor laws and Free Zone regulations.

· Collaborate with management to ensure fair and transparent employee relations, including disciplinary, grievance, and reward systems.

· Partner with the Compliance and Social Responsibility teams to maintain high standards of ethical and workplace practices.

4. Compensation & Benefits

· Develop and manage compensation structures, payroll processes, and benefits programs aligned with company standards and local law.

· Monitor attendance, overtime, and performance-related incentives to ensure accuracy and fairness.

5. Culture & Employee Engagement

· Promote a healthy, inclusive, and performance-driven work environment.

· Facilitate communication between management and staff to strengthen company culture and morale.

· Plan internal events, recognition programs, and welfare initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and retention.

Qualifications & Experience

1. Bachelor’s Degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

2. Minimum 5 years of experience in HR management, in manufacturing and apparel/textile industry is a must.

3. Strong knowledge of Ghana labor laws and international HR best practices.

4. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

5. Proficiency in English; knowledge of Chinese or Twi is an advantage.

6. High integrity, discretion, and a hands-on attitude in a fast-growing production environment