Human Resources Manager Job at Catalina Food Group in Stratford

This range is provided by Catalina Food Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Direct message the job poster from Catalina Food Group

We’re looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead all HR functions at our Connecticut facility. This is a hands-on, strategic, and impactful role where you’ll be the go-to HR leader supporting our employees, managers, and business goals.

If you are passionate about building strong workplace culture, driving employee engagement, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment—this opportunity is for you!

Responsibilities

• Payroll & HR Administration: Oversee weekly payroll, maintain accurate employee records, and manage benefits administration.
• Recruitment & Workforce Planning: Own the full recruitment cycle—job postings, interviews, and onboarding—while building pipelines with plant leadership.
• Safety & Compliance: Lead OSHA programs, safety trainings, audits, and incident investigations to keep our employees safe.
• Employee Relations & Engagement: Be the trusted HR partner for employees and leaders, resolving issues, promoting recognition programs, and fostering engagement.
• Training & Development: Coordinate compliance, leadership, and professional development opportunities.
• Policies & Reporting: Keep the Employee Handbook updated, prepare HR metrics, and support audits/inspections.

This role is a department of one — you’ll have the autonomy and visibility to directly shape HR strategy and execution for the plant while partnering with leadership across Finance, Operations, and Corporate HR.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field OR 5+ years of HR experience in a generalist/manager role.
• Must be Bilingual Fluent in Spanish and English
• Experience in a manufacturing or plant environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of HR compliance, Recruitment, payroll, benefits, UKG/ Inova HRIS, and safety programs.
• Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred certifications: SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR, OSHA 10/30, or Payroll/HRIS credentials.

At Catalina, our employees are the heart of everything we do. You’ll join a culture that values safety, growth, innovation, and service—all while having the chance to make a direct impact every single day.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of HR for the Connecticut plant, contribute to a positive and safe work environment, and grow with a company committed to both people and performance.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing