Maker's Pride
Role Overview
Maker’s Pride is the #1 leader in co‑manufacturing, focused on execution excellence and terrific people. The Human Resources Manager will lead culture change, partner with leaders at all levels, and drive business results. The role reports to the Director of HR and will be dedicated to the manufacturing plant in Geneva, IL, overseeing all HR activities for a workforce of approximately 300 employees.
Mission : Lead our industry with manufacturing excellence, to create food people love
Vision : To be the world’s most trusted partner in food
Values : Focus On People; Deliver For Our Customers; Own Safety Together; Drive Performance
Responsibilities
Promote a positive work culture by fostering employee engagement, satisfaction, and well‑being
Collaborate with department managers to identify training and development needs and design effective programs
Manage the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding processes
Lead the Performance Management process and talent management for succession planning
Oversee community outreach as the employer of choice in the local area
Lead plant employee recognition efforts to build employee engagement
Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and company policies
Maintain accurate HR records and prepare reports on HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR initiatives
Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in HR management
Handle employee inquiries, concerns, and requests in a timely and professional manner
Utilize Ceridian Dayforce as the HRIS and provide adequate training to employees
Administer the employee relations program, including coaching leadership on policy dissemination
Oversee hourly staffing, recruitment, new‑hire orientation, and onboarding
Work with Talent Acquisition to fill all salaried roles, support workforce planning and ramp‑ups
Investigate compliance issues and present findings verbally and in writing
Partner with the US benefits team on escalated employee benefits issues
Collaborate with EH&S on safety procedures, OSHA compliance, and workers’ compensation
Interpret, evaluate, and apply company policies consistently; train on safety programs and benefits
Process payroll bi‑weekly and coordinate timecard approval with supervisors
Oversee agency associate program, reconcile billing, labor reports, and leave management
Serve as point of contact for employee benefits enrollment and ongoing support
Facilitate employee relations concerns with HR Generalist, supervisors, and managers
Maintain relationships with state agencies for unemployment and related hearings
Maintain EEO/AAP reports, attendance, disciplinary summaries, and turnover analysis in HRIS
Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and Ability Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred; experience may substitute)
5‑7 years of HR generalist experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Discretion with confidential information
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities
Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Suite
Integrity and a track record of results
High sense of urgency and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to build strong internal business partner relationships
In-depth knowledge of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, ERISA, COBRA/HIPAA, OSHA records, and benefit administration
Capability to administer local health, disability,, and return‑to‑work programs
Organizational and prioritization skills, meeting deadlines with minimal direction
Solid interpersonal and communication skills; adaptability to change
Computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Collaborative team orientation and willingness to work off‑shift hours when needed
Knowledge of HRIS, Time and Attendance Systems, and Ceridian a plus
Understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws
Work Environment
Primarily office work
Willingness to visit night shifts for employee relations support
Frequent exposure to production environment: noise, dust, machinery, forklifts, temperature fluctuations
Physical Requirements
Extended sitting at a workstation
Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs
Lift up to 20 lbs infrequently
Compensation and Benefits Pay range: $97,210 – $145,814 per year (based on location and experience). Includes discretionary annual incentive and a comprehensive benefits package—health, dental, 401(k), wellness—starting the first day of employment.
Maker’s Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Human Resources
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Mission : Lead our industry with manufacturing excellence, to create food people love
Vision : To be the world’s most trusted partner in food
Values : Focus On People; Deliver For Our Customers; Own Safety Together; Drive Performance
Responsibilities
Promote a positive work culture by fostering employee engagement, satisfaction, and well‑being
Collaborate with department managers to identify training and development needs and design effective programs
Manage the full employee life cycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding processes
Lead the Performance Management process and talent management for succession planning
Oversee community outreach as the employer of choice in the local area
Lead plant employee recognition efforts to build employee engagement
Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and company policies
Maintain accurate HR records and prepare reports on HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR initiatives
Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in HR management
Handle employee inquiries, concerns, and requests in a timely and professional manner
Utilize Ceridian Dayforce as the HRIS and provide adequate training to employees
Administer the employee relations program, including coaching leadership on policy dissemination
Oversee hourly staffing, recruitment, new‑hire orientation, and onboarding
Work with Talent Acquisition to fill all salaried roles, support workforce planning and ramp‑ups
Investigate compliance issues and present findings verbally and in writing
Partner with the US benefits team on escalated employee benefits issues
Collaborate with EH&S on safety procedures, OSHA compliance, and workers’ compensation
Interpret, evaluate, and apply company policies consistently; train on safety programs and benefits
Process payroll bi‑weekly and coordinate timecard approval with supervisors
Oversee agency associate program, reconcile billing, labor reports, and leave management
Serve as point of contact for employee benefits enrollment and ongoing support
Facilitate employee relations concerns with HR Generalist, supervisors, and managers
Maintain relationships with state agencies for unemployment and related hearings
Maintain EEO/AAP reports, attendance, disciplinary summaries, and turnover analysis in HRIS
Perform other duties as assigned
Skills and Ability Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred; experience may substitute)
5‑7 years of HR generalist experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Discretion with confidential information
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities
Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office Suite
Integrity and a track record of results
High sense of urgency and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
Ability to build strong internal business partner relationships
In-depth knowledge of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, ERISA, COBRA/HIPAA, OSHA records, and benefit administration
Capability to administer local health, disability,, and return‑to‑work programs
Organizational and prioritization skills, meeting deadlines with minimal direction
Solid interpersonal and communication skills; adaptability to change
Computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Collaborative team orientation and willingness to work off‑shift hours when needed
Knowledge of HRIS, Time and Attendance Systems, and Ceridian a plus
Understanding of federal, state, and local employment laws
Work Environment
Primarily office work
Willingness to visit night shifts for employee relations support
Frequent exposure to production environment: noise, dust, machinery, forklifts, temperature fluctuations
Physical Requirements
Extended sitting at a workstation
Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs
Lift up to 20 lbs infrequently
Compensation and Benefits Pay range: $97,210 – $145,814 per year (based on location and experience). Includes discretionary annual incentive and a comprehensive benefits package—health, dental, 401(k), wellness—starting the first day of employment.
Maker’s Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Human Resources
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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