HR Manager

At Russell Stover, not only do we love chocolate, but we love our jobs! Every day we go to work exhibiting our values of excellence, innovation, entrepreneurship, responsibility, and collaboration. Working at Russell Stover you’ll be part of the leading manufacturer of boxed, seasonal, and sugar-free chocolates. For over 100 years, Russell Stover Chocolates, Whitman’s, and Pangburn’s have been crafted with the finest ingredients to bring happiness to generations.

Today, we produce over 55 million pounds of chocolate annually, and our legacy brands can be found in 13 company-owned stores and over 9,000 wholesale accounts.

As a Human Resources Manager, you will provide full spectrum human resources support to our Abilene, KS
Manufacturing Facility
. In this role, you will ensure operations and deliverables meet or exceed plant objectives and follow Organizational and operational strategies.

• Fostering a results-oriented, positive, and inclusive culture through effective coaching and implementation of processes and tools.
• Developing programs focused on employee engagement and positions the company as an employer of choice in the community.
• Ensuring adherence to regulatory and legal compliance.
• Leading facility staffing, recruitment, performance management, succession planning, and employee development initiatives to strengthen retention and internal growth.
• Leading and developing an impactful Human Resources team, to provide support across all levels of the organization.
• Analyzing data to identify root causes, provide insights to leadership, and implement programs or action plans to address root causes.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards.
• Complete and follow FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensure consumer safety, and support the plant’s food safety and quality objectives.
• Promptly report and take appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, process deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities.
• Actively contributes to the continuous improvement of the company’s Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.

This job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or related field – or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an HR Generalist or similar role.
• Previous work experience managing people and/or leading teams.
• Knowledge of applicable labor laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation.
• Ability to be on-site 5 days a week, Monday – Friday. Weekends and evenings as needed.

• Experience working in a manufacturing plant or a distribution center environment.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to build and foster relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong mediation and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to address situations effectively.

• Safety First
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  Your well‑being is our top priority, and we’ve got you covered with protective gear. On day one, you’ll dive into Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training, and we’ll keep you on your toes with daily safety tips to ensure you’re always in the know!
• Surroundings
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  Get ready to work alongside a variety of equipment like automated packing machines, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and those irresistible chocolate candy banks/steels – it’s a dynamic environment where every day brings something new!
• Active & Engaging Work
  :
  Whether you’re on your feet for extended periods, moving around, climbing ladders, or lifting up to 50 lbs, there’s never a dull moment. This is a place where you’ll stay on the move!
• Comfortable Climate
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  In most roles, you will be comfortable year-round with our climate‑controlled environment.
• Appealing Smells
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  The air is filled with sweet aromas of chocolate, and by the…