Human Resource Manager

The People and Culture/HR Manager will lead all aspects of the employee experience — from recruitment and onboarding to engagement, performance, and retention. This role will serve as both a strategic partner and hands-on operator, ensuring that our people programs align with business goals while nurturing a culture of collaboration, accountability, and respect. This role oversees People operations, culture, compliance, and workforce planning while driving initiatives that make Cold Front Distribution a great place to work.

KEY BENEFITS:

• Cold Front offers a competitive wages based on experience, skills and qualifications.
• Hours: 8am - 4:30pm (onsite)
• Full-time position, with benefits package (medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, 401k).
• $1, 000 Referral Bonus

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement people strategies aligned with company goals and operational needs.
• Partner with senior leadership to shape culture, workforce planning, and organizational development.
• Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across the company.

2. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for warehouse, logistics, sales, and administrative roles.
• Build strong talent pipelines and relationships with local employment networks.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation to ensure smooth integration of new team members.

3. Employee Engagement & Culture

• Champion the company’s values and promote a positive, safe, and inclusive work environment.
• Develop employee engagement programs, recognition systems, and feedback mechanisms.
• Lead internal communications that support connection, transparency, and trust.

4. Performance & Development

• Implement and manage performance management systems.
• Support leadership and employee development through training, coaching, and career growth initiatives.
• Identify skills gaps and coordinate learning opportunities.

5. HR Operations & Compliance

• Oversee HR policies, procedures, and compliance with labor laws, workplace safety, and company standards.
• Manage payroll, benefits, and employee records in collaboration with finance and operations teams.
• Lead investigations and employee relations matters with fairness and discretion.

6. Health, Safety & Wellbeing

• Partner with the HSE team to ensure a safe and compliant workplace, particularly within warehouse and field sales operations.
• Drive wellbeing programs to support physical and mental health across all employee groups.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

• 5 years’ experience in HR, People & Culture, or similar roles — ideally in manufacturing, logistics, food service, or CPG environments.
• Proven success in building engagement and improving workplace culture.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of employment legislation and compliance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced, multi-site operational business.
• Exposure to HRIS / payroll systems (UKG) preferred.