We are seeking a skilled Human Resources Manager to join our team!

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for providing assistance and support to the VP of Human Resources with all human resources-related core functions. The Human Resources Manager also serves as a strategic partner to our internal customers.

Job Duties:

• Coordinate the recruitment process (conducting interviews, making recommendations for hire, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a highly qualified staff.
• Coordinate and/or conduct exit interviews to determine reasons behind separation.
• Work directly with department managers to assist them in carrying out their responsibilities on personnel matters.
• Investigate grievances and/or complaints from employees for the purpose of reaching resolutions that provide a healthy work environment.
• Guide management and employee actions by researching, developing, writing, and updating policies, procedures, methods and guidelines and communicates and enforces organization values.
• Advise on Company policy regarding equal employment opportunities, compensation and employee benefits.
• Coordinate the analysis, maintenance and communication of records required by law or other departments in the organization.
• Maintain current knowledge of employment law changes and ensure policies, procedures and reporting are in compliance.
• Keep records of personnel transactions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews and terminations and employee statistics for government reporting.
• The Human Resources Manager supervises 3 employees.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or relevant field of study from an accredited university of college or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum of five years progressive HR Generalist/Management experience. HR Management experience in manufacturing, preferred.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP or PHR) is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Efficiency and accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment.
• Ability to maintain open communication with clients, supervisor and subordinates.
• Knowledge of HR functions, including recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
• Familiarity with employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Basic competency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word & PowerPoint)

About Us:

The Meiji Group was founded in Japan in 1916. For nearly a century, it has provided a broad range of products including confectionery, dairy, baby food, infant formula, sports nutritionals, health and beauty items, as well as pharmaceuticals.

Meiji America Inc., founded in 2011, as the United States division distributes Meiji branded confections as well as Stauffer’s branded cookies and crackers in the US market.

Meiji manufactures and distributes a variety of unique confectionery and snack products including HELLO PANDA™, YAN YAN™ and CHOCOROOMS®.

Stauffer’s is best recognized for its original animal crackers, but the company also produces a variety of crackers and cookies in two bakeries within the United States. Stauffer’s roots are in York, Pennsylvania where the first animal crackers were produced in 1871.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Meiji America / D.F. Stauffer’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disabled/Vets

Notice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters

Meiji America Inc. / D.F. Stauffer Biscuit Co., Inc. has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Meiji America employees directly in an attempt to present candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $109,000.00 - $128,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What subject is your degree in?
• Do you have previous experience supervising HR staff?
• Do you have experience performing recruiting functions?
• Do you have experience with performance management and coaching?
• Do you have experience with employee relations?
• Do you have HR management experience in a Manufacturing environment?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• HR Management: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• /current HR Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person