- The Human Resources Manager serves as a strategic business partner to plant leadership by aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. This role provides leadership in employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, compliance, payroll, benefits administration, and organizational development within a fast-paced 24/7 manufacturing environment.The HR Manager partners closely with managers and employees to foster a positive workplace culture, ensure compliance with employment laws, and deliver HR programs that support operational excellence and employee engagement.Key ResponsibilitiesQualificationsRequiredPreferredWhy Join Us?Join a premier food manufacturer that is part of one of the industry's largest and most respected brand portfolios. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact at the plant level while gaining visibility with senior corporate leadership.
- What We Offer:
- Partner with plant leadership to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals and operational needs.
- Develop workforce planning strategies to ensure appropriate staffing levels across all shifts and departments.
- Lead employee relations activities, including workplace investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, and policy interpretation.
- Build strong employee relationships through regular interaction with employees across all shifts to promote engagement and a positive work environment.
- Coordinate and deliver employee training programs, including leadership development, compliance, harassment prevention, and workplace conduct.
- Administer leave programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers' compensation, and other federal and state leave requirements.
- Manage employee benefits administration and serve as the primary liaison between employees and benefit providers.
- Partner with supervisors to administer performance management processes, including coaching, performance reviews, corrective action, and employee development planning.
- Ensure compliance with employment eligibility verification (I-9), immigration requirements, unemployment claims, employment verifications, and government audits.
- Participate in plant audits and inspections, providing HR support as needed.
- Maintain HRIS and payroll systems (ADP/UKG), ensuring the accuracy and integrity of employee records, payroll, benefits, and reporting.
- Prepare HR and payroll reports to support Finance, including budgeting, year-end reporting, retroactive pay calculations, and operational HR metrics.
- Analyze workforce data to identify trends and recommend strategies to improve retention, attendance, productivity, and employee engagement.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws through policy administration, training, reporting, and recordkeeping.
- Partner with plant leadership to support workplace safety initiatives and actively participate on the facility Safety Committee.
- Oversee the accurate and timely processing of weekly and bi-weekly payroll.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5–8 years of progressive Human Resources generalist experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
- Experience supporting a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably within a 24/7 operation.
- Hands-on experience with HRIS and payroll systems such as ADP or UKG.
- Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, wage and hour regulations, and employee relations best practices.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with sound judgment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- 8–10 years of progressive HR leadership experience.
- Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR).
- Experience supporting union-free manufacturing operations.
- High-impact leadership role with strong executive visibility.
- Opportunities for career advancement within a global food manufacturing organization.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
- A collaborative culture focused on operational excellence, employee development, and continuous improvement.
- TypeFull Time
Pay: $73,344.41 - $155,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
Work Location: In person
