People & Talent Manager (HR Manager)

Location:  Lakewood, CO. On-site (Required), Full-time

Company:  Prime Robotics

Reports to:  CEO

About Prime Robotics

Prime Robotics is a fast-growing warehouse automation company building integrated robotics, software, and systems that improve productivity for enterprise customers. We operate in a high-ownership, execution-focused environment where accountability, professionalism, and cultural alignment matter.

As we scale, we are looking for a People & Talent Manager who will serve as a  recruiting owner, culture gatekeeper, and trusted partner to leadership .

Role Overview

The People & Talent Manager's primary responsibility is  recruiting and culture alignment , ensuring we hire the right people and consistently reinforce the behaviors and standards we expect across the company.

This role requires strong judgment, high integrity, and the ability to lead by example.

This role is  not payroll- or compliance-heavy . We use Justworks to handle payroll, tax filings, and many government compliance requirements.

Top Responsibilities (Priority Order)

1. Recruiting & Hiring (Top Priority)

• Own end-to-end recruiting for salaried and hourly roles
• Partner with hiring managers to clearly define role requirements and success criteria
• Screen candidates rigorously for  cultural alignment, work ethic, and accountability
• Ensure hiring decisions reinforce company standards and values
• Maintain disciplined, consistent hiring processes
• Own recruiting operations, including candidate pipelines, screening metrics, interview processes, and hiring documentation to ensure repeatable, high-quality hiring

2. Culture Alignment & Gatekeeping

• Serve as a culture gatekeeper — ensuring behaviors align with company expectations
• Reinforce standards around professionalism, accountability, and fairness
• Identify cultural risks early and escalate appropriately
• Help leaders address performance and behavior issues constructively and promptly
• Apply policies consistently, including to yourself

3. People Operations

• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes
• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation
• Coordinate benefits administration through Justworks
• Ensure employee lifecycle processes are smooth, professional, and consistent
• Maintain organized HR systems and SharePoint documentation

4. Leadership Partnership

• Act as a trusted, business-minded advisor to leadership
• Provide clear recommendations — not just options
• Support managers with hiring, performance management, and employee issues
• Partner with leadership on headcount planning, hiring prioritization, and timing aligned with business needs and budget constraints
• Handle sensitive matters with discretion and sound judgment

5. Systems, Metrics & Process Improvement

• Own HR-related systems, documentation, and workflows
• Support structured performance management processes, including review cycles, documentation, and manager guidance
• Maintain HR metrics and reporting to support leadership decision-making and investor or diligence readiness
• Continuously improve people processes as the company scales
• Ensure clarity, consistency, and efficiency across HR operations

Requirements

Required

• 5+ years experience in HR, People Operations, or Talent Management
• Strong recruiting experience in a growth-stage company
• Proven ability to assess cultural fit, not just resumes
• Strong organizational, process, and documentation skills
• Clear, direct communicator with sound professional judgment
• High integrity and discretion

Strongly Preferred

• Experience working in  high-tech, robotics, automation, engineering, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with recruiting for technical, hardware, software, and operations roles
• Comfort partnering with engineering and operations leaders in fast-moving, execution-driven organizations
• Experience working in growth-stage companies where structure is still being built

Cultural Expectations (Critical to Success)

This role requires someone who:

• Leads by example in work ethic, professionalism, and accountability
• Is visible, responsive, and dependable
• Applies policies evenly and fairly
• Understands that HR supports both employees and the business
• Is cost-conscious and thoughtful with company resources
• Is comfortable working on-site in a collaborative environment
• Values clarity and fairness over flexibility and exceptions

This role is not a fit for someone who views HR primarily as an employee-advocacy or policy-exception function.

Base Salary

$100,000 - $125,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications 

Benefits

We value our team members and offer meaningful benefits, including:

• Employer-subsidized  medical, dental, and vision insurance  plans to support your health and wellbeing
• Dedicated vacation and sick leave , allowing you to recharge and take care of personal needs when required
• A  collaborative, execution-driven culture  where innovation thrives and your work has a real, visible impact
• The opportunity to contribute to  transformative robotics and automation technology  in a fast-growing industry
• A modern office located in  Denver West Industry Park , offering a  professional, well-designed work environment
• Access to a  well-equipped on-site gym , supporting health, fitness, and work-life sustainability

Equal Opportunity & Eligibility

Prime Robotics is proud to be an  Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEOE) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Prime Robotics participates in  E-Verify . E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration to confirm employment eligibility.

Please note:  We are unable to offer  visa sponsorship  for this position at this time.