Egglife Foods, Inc. is hiring: Human Resources Manager in Indiana

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Chief Legal and Human Resources Officer | Strategic Business Leader

Human Resources Manager

Wolcott, Indiana

Summary

Egglife Foods is seeking a passionate, hands-on Human Resources Manager to join our team and serve as the sole onsite HR leader at our Wolcott manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for end-to-end HR functions from recruiting and onboarding to employee relations, compliance, payroll coordination, and culture-building. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal & Human Resources Officer, this position is highly visible and critical to the success of our facility. We’re seeking someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and brings a blend of strategic thinking, hustle, and heart.

If you are a collaborative go-getter who wants to make a meaningful mark on a growing food brand, this is your opportunity to do just that.

To learn more, visit us at www.egglifefoods.com.

Who are you?

• A team-oriented individual with a strong sense of integrity who can develop solid relationships with internal and external partners.
• A roll-up-your-sleeves type of person who embraces challenge and ambiguity as opportunities to own and drive action and solutions and partner cross functionally on employee initiatives.
• A trusted and approachable HR leader who fosters an open-door environment where employees feel comfortable raising concerns and seeking guidance.
• Adaptable and resilient, able to pivot quickly and effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• A hands-on HR partner who is highly visible and actively engages with employees by being present on the floor each day.

Essential job functions

Working with guidance and support from the Chief Legal & Human Resources Officer but with expected autonomy you will:

• Shape and strengthen Egglife’s culture by driving effective hiring practices, supporting performance management, and fostering open communication and positive employee relations.
• Monitor workforce and employment trends to identify opportunities, recommend improvements, and implement best practices that enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employees, addressing questions related to policies, attendance, payroll, scheduling, and other HR matters with clarity and care.
• Collaborate closely with Payroll to resolve exceptions and ensure timely and accurate bi-weekly payroll processing.
• Administer and oversee employee leave programs, including FMLA, disability, accommodations, and worker’s compensation claims.
• Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for hourly employees, from job postings and candidate sourcing to interviewing, selection, and offer management.
• Coordinate and support internal job transitions, ensuring smooth and fair processes for promotions and transfers.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation programs, ensuring new hires are successfully integrated into the team and set up for success.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with employees at all levels by maintaining visibility, approachability, and reliability.
• Manage external staffing agency partnerships to ensure timely support when supplemental hourly labor is needed.
• Design and deliver employee engagement and culture-building initiatives that strengthen morale, retention, and a sense of community.
• Partner with facility leadership to cultivate a safe, positive, and high-performing workplace environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with demonstrated success managing the full scope of HR responsibilities, from employee relations to compliance.
• At least 1 year of HR experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of the unique challenges of supporting a production workforce.
• Deep knowledge of core HR practices and a genuine passion for building a positive, engaging, and high-performing workplace culture.
• Extensive understanding of employment law and HR processes, with the ability to ensure compliance while balancing business needs.
• Proven collaboration skills and the ability to lead and influence without direct authority, fostering trust across all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity, approachability, and trustworthiness, serving as a dependable resource for employees and leadership alike.
• Self-motivated and intellectually curious, with the confidence to operate independently and thrive in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• Experience with HR systems strongly preferred, including managing data, reporting, and process efficiencies.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to produce polished reports, communications, and presentations.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Company Values

• We Believe In Better - We are creative problem solvers who reimagine the status quo with simple solutions.
• We Win Together - We work as a team to humbly promote trust, transparency, empathy, and respect.
• We Execute with Excellence - We take pride in our work, learn from our mistakes, and operate with simplicity, urgency, and agility.
• We Work Hard, We Work Smart - We hold a gritty devotion to hard work, accountability, and an uncompromising focus on what matters.
• We Give Joy - We elevate, encourage, and appreciate each other, celebrate wins, and have fun along the way.

Egglife Foods is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company\'s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis protected by law.

Seniorities

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources
• Industries: Food & Beverages and Food and Beverage Manufacturing