A&K Designs, Inc is a family owned and operated sports apparel manufacturing company, proudly serving the Portland community for the last 35 years. We have a strong company culture that is committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful, and inclusive. Everything we produce has high visibility and we take pride in our quality, innovation, and on-time delivery.
We’re committed to progress - constantly improving how we work and who we are - and we invite energetic, engaged individuals to be part of our journey.
Come join our team as a Human Resources Manager
We’re looking for an HR Manager to be a strategic partner and key member of our leadership team. In this role, you’ll align HR strategies with business goals, strengthen culture, and drive long-term organizational success. You’ll focus on workforce planning, leadership development, organizational design, and employee engagement—helping shape the future of our workplace while guiding leaders through change with confidence.
If you’re passionate about people, strategy, and making a lasting impact, we’d love to meet you!
What you will do:
Lead HR strategy that drives growth, strengthens culture, and retains top talent
Partner with leaders on workforce planning, leadership development, and engagement initiatives
Shape the employee experience across the full lifecycle, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and future needs
Advise leaders on performance and organizational effectiveness, guiding change with confidence
Ensure our pay, benefits, and policies are competitive, fair, and aligned with business goals
Inspire and develop a strong HR team to deliver on strategic priorities
Champion an inclusive, collaborative culture where people can do their best work
What you need to have:
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field; 8+ years of HR leadership experience (HR certification preferred)
Leadership rooted in integrity, confidentiality, and collaboration, with strength in coaching and driving change
Strong knowledge of HR practices, compliance, and employment law, plus success in recruiting and talent acquisition
Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
Experience leading and developing high-performing HR teams
Ability to prioritize, adapt, and thrive in a fast-paced environment with a growth mindset
Proficiency with HRIS, talent systems, and Microsoft Office
Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
What you'll get:
Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
Medical, dental and vision with generous employer contribution
401k with employer match
PTO and 8 company paid holidays
Employer Assistance Program
Day Shift schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:00am to 3:15pm; Friday 6:00am to 11:00am