Foster Farms LLC

Complex HR Manager I (Kelso Complex)

Foster Farms LLC$128K — $160K *
Kelso, WA 98626In-Person
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years in HR Management required.
  • 3+ years in a supervisory role preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred.
  • Experience in union environments required, specifically in collective bargaining agreements.
  • Relevant HR certifications (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, etc.) are a strong advantage.
  • Demonstrated ability in employee engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Provide onsite HR leadership, serving as the primary contact for recruitment and employee relations matters.
  • Lead HR initiatives related to staffing, management training, and performance management.
  • Coach business leaders based on a deep understanding of client group dynamics and priorities.
  • Resolve employee relations issues proactively while coaching managers through solutions.
  • Advocate for employees on work-related concerns and facilitate resolution positively.
  • Interpret and apply HR policies and procedures for employee inquiries.
  • Oversee staffing processes by collaborating with hiring managers and ensuring quality candidate selection.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, wellness, and safety programs.
  • Opportunities for employee development and training.
  • Participation in employee engagement and recognition programs.
Full Job Description
Pay Range: $128,750 to $160,950 per year

Job Description

Purpose of Position:
The role of the Complex HR Manager I is an exciting opportunity to partner with operations as well as manages the Employee and Labor Relations functions of the Chicken Manufacturing Plant, to ensure sound morale, a safe work environment and training of Management Personnel to meet the Company's short-and-long-term goals. Coordinates implementation of services, policies and programs through Human Resources staff, including but not limited to: recruiting and staffing logistics, performance management and improvement systems, organizational development, compliance to regulatory concerns and reporting, employee orientation, development and training, policy development and documentation, compensation and benefits administration and employee safety, welfare, wellness and health.

Responsibilities

  • Serve and provide onsite HR leadership and support for facilities -acting as main point of contact for all recruitment, benefits, payroll, and employee relations issues.
  • Participate in and lead key HR initiatives, including staffing, management training, performance management, organization planning, compensation planning, and employee development.
  • Understand dynamics and key business priorities of client groups to provide coaching to business leaders on effectively managing and leading our organizations.
  • Assume leadership role in resolving employee relations issues, coaching managers through the process.
  • Advocate and offer guidance to employees concerning work-related issues and work to resolve issues in a proactive and positive manner.
  • Interpret and implement HR policies, practices and procedures when questions arise (vacation, parental leave, etc.).
  • Manage staffing process, working with hiring managers and talent acquisition team to identify objective recruitment strategies, as well as ensure diverse candidate slates and top-quality candidate selection.
  • Manage performance activities / initiatives in collaboration with legal and labor relations.


Qualifications

  • A minimum of 6 years' experience in HR Management.
  • A minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience.
  • A Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Human Resources or a business-related field.
  • Experience in a union environment, managing a collective bargaining agreement.
  • PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP (a strong plus)
  • Proven track record in creating and maintaining employee communications strategies and employee engagement plans and initiatives including recognition, employee engagement events and strategies for collecting employee feedback and creating action plans to address employee concerns and ideas.
  • Proven work experience leading recruiting efforts for a Manufacturing facility for hourly plant and plant management positions.
  • Solid ability to conduct different types of interviews (structured, competency-based, behavioral etc.)
  • Hands on experience with various selection processes (video interviewing, phone interviewing, reference check etc.)
  • Familiarity with HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Candidate Management Systems (CMS)
  • Hands-on experience with recruiting software, as well as Human Resource Information Systems (UKG)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strategic thinker with proven ability to drive continuous improvement and results.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.


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About Foster Farms LLC

Foster Farms is a family-owned company that produces a wide range of fresh and frozen chicken and turkey products. The company was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in Livingston, California. Foster Farms operates several processing plants and distribution centers throughout the United States. The company is committed to providing high-quality products and has implemented strict quality control measures to ensure the safety and freshness of its products. Foster Farms is also committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Foster Farms LLC
Size
12,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1939

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