Senior Manager, Human Resources (Full Relocation)

Position Summary
The Senior Manager, Human Resources will serve as a trusted business partner and key member of the leadership team at a large, fast-paced food manufacturing facility employing approximately 370 team members. This role is responsible for driving HR strategy, developing talent, and fostering a high-performance culture that aligns with company objectives. The successful candidate will be an experienced HR leader with strong plant-level experience, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR business partner to plant and operations leadership.

• Lead a team of two HR professionals, providing mentorship, coaching, and performance management.

• Drive employee engagement and organizational culture initiatives that align with business goals.

• Partner with leaders on staffing strategies, workforce planning, and employee retention initiatives.

• Oversee all aspects of talent acquisition, onboarding, and orientation for both salaried and hourly employees.

• Manage employee relations, conduct investigations, and provide guidance to leadership on issue resolution.

• Support performance management, training, and leadership development programs in collaboration with Corporate L&OD.

• Ensure compliance with federal and California labor laws, safety regulations, and company policies.

• Oversee compensation, benefits, and HRIS administration (Workday experience preferred).

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives in HR processes and organizational effectiveness.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships across departments to promote a cohesive and productive workplace.

• Organize employee engagement and recognition events to reinforce company culture and morale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or a related field required.

• 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.

• Manufacturing experience required; food manufacturing highly preferred.

• Strong HRIS skills; Workday experience preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of federal and California labor laws.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

• Skilled in employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management.

• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on driving cultural and operational excellence.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and partner across all levels of the organization.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred but not required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $160,000 – $170,000 per year

• Bonus: 10–15% annual target

• Full benefits package

• Relocation assistance available

Salary : $160,000 - $170,000