SUMMARY
Seeking a seasoned and results-driven Human Resources Manager to lead our HR initiatives and contribute to the success of our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire spectrum of HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. As the HR Manager, you will play a pivotal role in cultivating a positive workplace culture and fostering an environment that attracts, develops, and retains top-tier talent.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Talent Acquisition:
- Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent in the food manufacturing industry.
- Lead recruitment efforts for positions in food manufacturing, ensuring a strong pipeline of skilled candidates.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand specific skill requirements for production and quality roles.
- Coordinate and conduct interviews, assess candidates, and make hiring recommendations.
- Employee Relations:
- Foster a positive working environment by promoting employee engagement and addressing employee concerns.
- Handle employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and ensure fair and consistent application of company policies.
- Implement initiatives to enhance communication and collaboration among production teams.
- Training and Development:
- Identify training needs within the organization and collaborate with various departments to design and implement training programs.
- Facilitate employee development initiatives to enhance job knowledge, while working closely with management to assess and address skills gaps within the workforce.
- Identify and provide training programs tailored to manufacturing processes, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
- Compensation and Benefits:
- Administer and manage compensation programs, ensuring competitive and equitable pay practices- specific to industry benchmarks and the demands of manufacturing roles.
- Oversee employee benefits programs and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Performance Management:
- Implement and manage performance appraisal processes to evaluate employee performance and provide feedback with an emphasis on continuous improvement.
- Work with managers to set performance goals and expectations.
- Develop performance metrics for production roles and establish goals that align with manufacturing efficiency and quality standards.
- HR Policies and Compliance:
- Develop and update HR policies in compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations.
- Stay informed about industry trends and changes in employment laws to ensure the organization's compliance.
- Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations, such as food safety standards and occupational health and safety requirements.
- Develop and communicate policies that address the unique challenges of a manufacturing environment.
- Safety, Wellness and Environmental:
- Oversee and collaborate with safety and wellness teams to promote a safe and healthy work environment.
- Implement wellness initiatives that support the physical well-being of manufacturing employees and enforce safety protocols in alignment with manufacturing best practices.
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Manage and oversee all customer specific audits related to HR and Safety.
- Workers’ Compensation Management
- Own and oversee the entire workers' compensation process, from incident reporting to claim resolution.
- Develop and implement effective strategies to minimize workplace injuries and ensure a safe working environment.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to investigate and assess workers' compensation claims promptly.
- Collaborate with insurance providers and legal teams to facilitate the resolution of workers' compensation claims.
- Data Management:
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR databases.
- Generate reports and analytics to support HR decision-making.
- Manage HR data related to manufacturing staff, including certifications, training records, and compliance documentation.
- Generate reports on workforce performance and compliance metrics specific to the food manufacturing sector, DOL, etc.
- Payroll Ownership
- Manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
- Stay updated on payroll regulations, contributing to policy development.
- Ensure seamless integration of payroll systems and software upgrades.
- Strategic Planning:
- Develop and execute HR strategies that align with the overall business objectives.
- Contribute to strategic planning efforts that align HR initiatives with the unique goals and challenges of food manufacturing.
- Collaborate with leadership to drive organizational effectiveness and success.
