Human Resources Manager

The HR Manager is responsible for managing day to day human resources operations in support of the company’s people strategy, operational goals, and safety culture. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role serves as a key business partner to leaders and employees, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, compliance, payroll and timekeeping oversight, safety partnership, and organizational effectiveness. The HR Manager will identify and execute process improvement initiatives and manage HR-related projects to improve efficiencies and the employee experience. This role exercises independent judgment and discretion in administering HR programs and driving continuous improvement across people operations.

Essential Functions

HR Leadership and Business Partnership

• Manage day-to-day human resources activities for Tofurky
• Partner with the VP of HR and site leadership to execute people strategies with business and operational objectives
• Serve as an advisor to managers on performance management, employee development, and leadership effectiveness
• Support organizational design, workforce planning, and talent needs across the site

Employee Relations and Performance Management

• Provide guidance and oversight on employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective action, and conflict resolution
• Ensure consistent and fair application of company policies, procedures, and practices
• Support managers in setting expectations, delivering feedback, and addressing performance issues
• Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and respect across the organization

Payroll, Timekeeping, and Workforce Administration

• Payroll administration in conjunction with internal and external partners to ensure accurate and timely processing in compliance with wage and hour laws
• Partner with managers and Finance to review payroll inputs, approvals, exception reporting, and reconciliation Oversee timekeeping practices, including timecards, punches, schedules, and exception time
• Ensure proper review and approval of exception time such as missed punches, overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and paid leaves
• Support managers in understanding timekeeping requirements, approvals, and compliance expectations Monitor payroll and timekeeping data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement Support audits, investigations, and corrective action related to payroll, timekeeping, and wage and hour compliance

Compliance, Risk, and Safety Partnership

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Maintain and interpret HR policies and procedures to support legal compliance and operational consistency
• Partner with the Safety Manager to support workplace safety programs, training, and reporting
• Serve as an active member of the Safety Committee, contributing to safety reviews, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts
• Support safety incident reporting and investigations in collaboration with the Safety Manager and site leadership Partner with legal counsel and external advisors on employee relations, compliance, wage and hour, and risk management matters

Talent Management and Development

• Lead recruitment and hiring processes in partnership with managers
• Support onboarding and integration of new employees Identify development needs and support training and development initiatives
• Partner with leadership on succession planning and talent development strategies

Process Improvement and Project Management

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across HR, payroll, timekeeping, and employee lifecycle processes
• Identify inefficiencies, compliance gaps, and process risks, and design solutions to improve accuracy, scalability, and employee experience
• Lead HR-related projects such as system implementations, policy rollouts, program redesigns, and regulatory changes
• Develop project plans, timelines, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful execution Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, IT, Payroll, and Safety to implement and sustain process improvements
• Document processes, establish standard operating procedures, and support change management efforts

Compensation, Benefits, and HR Programs

• Administer compensation and benefits programs in alignment with company philosophy and market practices
• Partner with external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of HR programs
• Support annual compensation reviews, performance cycles, and related processes
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on benefits, policies, and HR programs

Data, Systems, and Reporting

• Ensure accurate maintenance of employee data within HRIS, timekeeping, and benefits systems
• Analyze HR, payroll, timekeeping, and safety data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
• Develop and present insights and recommendations to leadership based on workforce and compliance data
• Support continuous improvement of HR systems, reporting, and data integrity

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience managing HR operations in a manufacturing or operational environment
• Experience overseeing payroll and timekeeping processes and ensuring wage and hour compliance
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives and managing cross-functional projects
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, compliance, and workplace safety programs
• HRIS/Payroll system fluency
• Proven ability to partner effectively with leaders and influence outcomes
• Strong judgment, discretion, organizational, and problem-solving skills