Human Resources Manager

Our client is a leading food manufacturing company, seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Human Resources Manager to direct all HR operations at their Mebane, NC facility. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day HR functions—including compliance, employee relations, and talent acquisition—while developing and executing a strategic HR roadmap to support the company’s long-term growth. The ideal candidate is a collaborative partner who can translate business needs into effective workforce strategies.

• Opportunity to lead HR operations for a growing food manufacturing facility.
• A collaborative environment that values innovation, compliance, and employee development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Manage end-to-end talent acquisition, including recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding, with focus on production and technical roles.
• Administer and ensure compliance across all HR functions: compensation, benefits, payroll coordination, and confidential records management.
• Serve as the primary resource for employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions, ensuring consistent application of company policy and labor law.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, North Carolina, and local employment laws and regulations, including OSHA and wage/hour statutes.

Strategic Workforce & Organizational Development

• Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement a 5–10 year HR roadmap supporting facility expansion and production growth.
• Conduct workforce planning and forecasting to proactively identify talent needs and design scalable pipelines for key roles.
• Implement performance management and succession planning processes to foster internal talent development and leadership continuity.
• Leverage HR data and metrics (turnover, absenteeism, labor costs) to inform strategic decisions and optimize labor efficiency.

Culture, Engagement & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Champion a positive, safe, and inclusive culture, leading employee engagement initiatives across all shifts and departments.
• Collaborate with Operations, Safety, and Quality departments to align HR strategies with plant objectives, including continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Oversee employee training and development programs to ensure workforce capability meets operational demands.

Project Management

• Lead HR-related projects, including HRIS implementation, policy rollouts, training initiatives, and organizational restructuring.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring on-time, on-budget completion.
• Develop and manage project communications to keep employees and leaders informed of progress and changes.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a management capacity within a manufacturing environment.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute HR initiatives aligned with business goals.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.