Job Description
Human Resources Manager Food Manufacturing
About the Role We are seeking an experienced and strategic
HR Manager to lead all Human Resources functions for a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This hands-on leadership role will oversee talent acquisition, employee relations, payroll, compliance, benefits administration, safety initiatives, training, and workforce development.
The ideal candidate is a strong HR leader who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing environments and enjoys building processes, teams, and culture from the ground up.
Salary & Benefits: - $80-100k salary based on experience
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
- 401k Retirement plans
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- Full benefits on day 1
Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning - Lead full-cycle recruiting for production, skilled trades, administrative, and management positions
- Develop local community partnerships to attract diverse talent
- Manage onboarding, orientation, and new hire integration
- Partner with operations leaders to identify staffing needs and workforce strategies
- Utilize job boards, social media, referrals, and networking to source candidates
Payroll Administration - Own and manage payroll processing through Paylocity
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll, deductions, taxes, garnishments, PTO, and benefits administration
- Conduct payroll audits and resolve discrepancies
- Prepare payroll reports and workforce analytics
- Train supervisors on payroll procedures and compliance requirements
HR Compliance & Benefits - Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
- Manage benefits administration, annual renewals, and 401(k) programs
- Oversee required reporting, including ACA, EEO-1, VETS-4212, and other regulatory filings
- Stay current on employment law updates and HR best practices
Employee Relations & Leadership Development - Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leadership
- Support performance management, investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution
- Lead employee engagement and retention initiatives
- Coach managers on employee relations, communication, and leadership best practices
- Coordinate HR training programs and employee development initiatives
Safety & Operations Support - Partner with Operations to promote a safe workplace
- Support OSHA compliance and workplace safety programs
- Ensure HR processes align with operational goals and plant requirements
Qualifications Required - Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 5+ years of HR experience, including 3+ years in an HR leadership role
- Experience with payroll, employee relations, recruiting, compensation, benefits, compliance, and organizational development
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
- Experience with HRIS systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building abilities
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
Preferred - 7+ years of Human Resources experience
- SHRM certification
- Food manufacturing experience
- Startup facility experience
- Bilingual Spanish
- Paylocity experience
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