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LEW HR Generalist
Lemoore (West), CA USA
Requisition ID: 31761
No of Openings: 1
Posted Date: Apr 7, 2026
Job Function: Human Resources
Description:
Within our 1000-person manufacturing facility in Lemoore, Leprino is seeking an HR Generalist to support our people, leaders, and operations as we continue to grow our cheese and dairy ingredients business. This role partners closely with plant leadership and employees to ensure day-to-day HR support, compliance, and workforce needs are handled effectively, consistently, and with care.
At Leprino , starting compensation for this role typically ranges between $85,000 and $95,000. This position has an annual target bonus of 5%.
- Support the Plant HR Manager in fostering a strong culture, driving organizational design, developing leaders, and championing Company initiatives.
- Partner with a designated business unit to deliver exceptional service that aligns with our strategic objectives.
- Provide valuable HR guidance and support to front-line leadership, empowering them to succeed.
- Analyze trends and metrics, collaborating with our HR group to develop innovative solutions, programs, and policies.
- Resolve complex employee relations issues with empathy and fairness.
- Conduct thorough and objective investigations, ensuring transparency and respect.
- Coach and mentor front-line supervisors to develop their leadership skills and boost employee engagement.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement through effective performance management practices.
- Lead change management projects to drive positive transformations within the business unit.
- Ensure compliance with federal, California state, and local employment laws.
- Conduct internal audits of HR policies and procedures to maintain adherence and quality.
- Provide day-to-day guidance and support on various HR matters, including benefits, compensation, leaves of absence, conflict resolution, performance management, and recognition.
- Support the growth and development of the HR team through coaching and mentorship.
You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):
- A Bachelor's in HR, business, or similar fields including three (3) years of experience as an HR Associate, Specialist or Generalist within a manufacturing environment.
- Familiar with HR fundamentals and best practices, and the application of them in manufacturing operations.
- Working knowledge of benefits, compensation, and leave of absence management.
- Demonstrated investigation skills and excellent documantation skills.
- Solid knowledge of California and Federal employment law and practices.
We Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience in employment law, business, OD and planning, employee relations, safety, and training.
- PHR, SPHR, or SHRM-CP (and SCP) certification.
- Experience in a 24/7 manufacturing environment as a professional Human Resources Generalist.
At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.
Offering You In Return:
A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.
Our Story:
Leprino’s history dates back to the 1950s, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” From a small corner grocery store we have grown to over 5,500 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?
Leprino uses Psychemedics for a 90-day hair follicle drug test as part of the employee pre-employment process and also participates in E-Verify. All employees in our manufacturing facilities are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as mandated by their role and location.
Nearest Major Market: Fresno
Salary : $85,000 - $95,000