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Michael Page US

VP of HR - Manufacturing - 50% Local Travel - $200k-$240k

Michael Page US, Elizabeth, New Jersey, United States, 07215

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Overview

Our client is a global leader in premium dairy and dessert products. The VP of HR will report to the President of the Americas and will oversee the full spectrum of HR for employees in Long Island, NY and Union County, NJ. This position is full-time on-site between the Long Island and Union County, New Jersey locations with 50% local travel between NY and NJ. The role partners closely with leaders and employees at both locations and requires building relationships to ensure consistent visibility and alignment across sites. The VP of HR will manage a team of HR professionals across the sites and will drive targeted training and coaching to foster continuous learning and professional growth. Other major areas of focus include recruitment, engagement, compensation and benefits, succession planning, and digital transformation. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of driving HR transformation, building high-performing teams, and shaping long-term people strategies, with hands-on experience in organizational development at a strategic level. Candidates MUST have prior HR management experience in manufacturing. Job Description

Partner with the executive leadership team to shape HR strategy aligned with business goals and global priorities. Lead, mentor, and up-skill the HR team to foster high performance. Split time between New York and New Jersey locations (approximately 50% travel) to ensure consistent HR support and alignment across sites. Drive leadership development, succession planning, employee engagement, and organizational development initiatives. Oversee all HR processes such as recruitment, compensation, benefits, payroll, compliance, and digitization. Lead HR projects and process improvements. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual\u2019s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant

Proven HR leader with 15+ years of experience, including senior leadership in a complex organization. HR experience in the manufacturing or food and beverage industry is a must. Experience in organizational development, change management, and HR transformation. Strong knowledge of HR processes, labor law, compensation, and benefits. Ability to build trust and drive results across all levels. Business-minded yet people-focused. Spanish speaking is preferred. What\u2019s on Offer

Base salary between $200k-$240k depending on candidate\u2019s experience. Annual bonus. Leadership impact, team development, strategic exposure. Global exposure.

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