Human Resources Manager

company information

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based dairy company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and value-added products to nourish consumers.

With more than $1B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s growing portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

The company is driven by its values of caring for people, the animals that supply us with milk, and the planet. By providing nourishing products, implementing stringent care standards for animals, and stewarding efficient operations and responsible packaging, fairlife, LLC puts a focus each day on making a positive impact for all. 

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

job purpose:

The Human Resources Manager will play an integral role in the startup of fairlife’s newest state-of-the-art facility in Webster, NY. This role will have the opportunity to make an impact on this new facility from the ground up, including recruitment, policy development, onboarding, and developing and driving a strong culture. The Human Resources Manager provides strategic leadership and support in functional areas of Human Resources including recruitment, employment, employee relations, job evaluation, benefits administration, employee development, training, and special projects. This position serves as a strategic and tactical business partner to the plant leadership team.

responsibilities:

• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the operations team to assist in developing solutions, programs, and policies
• Work closely with leaders and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, support employee development and increase productivity and retention
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation with knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations ensuring compliance
• Maintain HR Information System records, payroll records, and compile reports from database
• Lead and manage hourly and supervisor recruitment for the facility
• Provide assistance with the evaluation of compensation and make appropriate recommendations
• Coach management in various HR activities such as recruitment, terminations, promotions, performance reviews, and policy training
• Source, screen, test, and recommend candidates for employment and conduct employee orientation
• Develop and oversee practices to recognize, reward, and appreciate employees
• Lead a small team of human resources professionals
• Have a presence with various shifts within the plant

skills/qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related experience
• 3-5 years of relevant experience required
• HRIS experience required, ADP preferred
• Strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
• Proven record of implementing processes and change management
• Thorough knowledge of plant procedures and policies

• HR Certifications, preferred
• Strong recruitment experience
• Disciplined problem-solving methodology with an ability to find the root cause of issues
• Experience implementing programs that get business results for the group they served

food safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.

• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

position location: Webster, NY

reports to: Sr. Human Resources Manager, Plants

travel requirements: 20-25%

exempt/nonexempt: Exempt

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.