Central Garden & Pet

Human Resources Manager

Central Garden & Pet • $70K — $95K *
Fort Wayne, IN 46835In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Thorough knowledge of employment compliance and labor laws.
  • Experience in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding is required.
  • Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred.
  • Experience with ADP Workforce Now is an asset.
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills; self-motivated.
  • Knowledge of OSHA and DOT Regulations preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn new software quickly.

Responsibilities

  • Support HR activities, including staffing, employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
  • Coordinate orientation and provide a positive onboarding experience for new hires.
  • Guide and coach leadership on employee relations matters and conflict resolution.
  • Manage workers' compensation claims in collaboration with health and safety teams.
  • Support employee engagement initiatives like events and recognition programs.
  • Facilitate training to enhance workforce skills and ensure compliance.
  • Analyze HR metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Ensure fair and consistent application of policies.
  • Represent the company in unemployment matters as needed.
  • Develop relationships with external organizations to promote a positive company image.

Benefits

  • Paid vacation days, holidays, and a floating holiday.
  • Comprehensive health insurance benefits including HSA with a company-funded stipend.
  • Employer-paid Life Insurance.
  • A competitive 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • Education Assistance for college degrees and professional certifications.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and internal mobility.
  • Access to thousands of free online courses through a Learning & Development platform.
  • Employee Recognition Programs to spotlight achievements.
  • Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.
Full Job Description
Description

Job Description: Human Resources Manager

Position: Human Resources Manager
Department: Human Resources
Location: Ft. Wayne, IN
Reports To: Sr. HR Manager

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the site through ownership of HR activities, including staffing, employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
  • Coordinate orientation and provide a positive onboarding experience for all new hires.
  • Guide and coach leadership on employee relations matters, help to resolve conflicts, promote open communication, and support a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • In collaboration with health and safety, support early return to work through successful management of workers' compensation claims.
  • Support employee engagement such as company events and employee recognition programs.
  • Coordinate and facilitate training to enhance the skill level of the workforce and ensure compliance.
  • Analyze site HR metrics, such as turnover rates, absenteeism, and retention to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Collaborate with employees and managers to ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities, effective performance appraisals, and career development.
  • Ensure policies and processes are applied fairly and consistently.
  • Ensure compliance with various governmental laws and regulations, including OSHA, DOT, EEOC, Safety and Health, Environmental, Employment and Hours, Sarbanes-Oxley, Staffing, Workers' Compensation, and Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention.
  • Provide instruction and tools for employees to learn about company benefits, policies, and programs.
  • Represent the company in unemployment matters, including responding to correspondence and attending hearings as needed.
  • Develop a strong understanding of the manufacturing processes to understand critical skills and personnel needed to optimize plant performance.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with individuals and organizations outside the company to ensure a positive company image and community involvement. (e.g. educational institutions, local employers, civic organizations, employment agencies, social groups, etc.).
  • Projects and initiatives as needed by the business.

Qualifications
  • Thorough knowledge of employment compliance requirements and labor laws.
  • Experience in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding is required.
  • Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred.
  • Experience in ADP Workforce Now is an asset.
  • The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving, organizational skills, and is self-motivated.
  • Knowledge of OSHA and DOT Regulations preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with ability to quickly learn other computer software as needed.

Minimum Experience and Education

  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in the field of Human Resources, is required.
  • Minimum of five years of experience in HR at a plant level required, experience in distribution or manufacturing environments strongly preferred.
  • PHR or SPHR certification preferred.


Working Conditions
  • The position is within a manufacturing and warehouse environment in our Ft. Wayne, Indiana.
  • The role is primarily based in an office environment, with meetings and walk-throughs required in manufacturing and warehouse settings. Must be able to be present in all areas as needed.
  • This is a salaried-exempt position; hours will generally be regular business hours and may require hours outside of regular business hours. There may be some variation in work hours due to training schedules, overtime, special projects, deadlines, and other concerns.

Benefits and Employee Programs
  • Enjoy paid vacation days, holidays, and a floating holiday!
  • Comprehensive health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, accident, disability, dependent life, and other voluntary options. Our Health Savings Accounts (HSA) are available with a company-funded stipend.
  • Employer-paid Life Insurance
  • A competitive 401(k) plan with employer match to help you plan ahead.
  • Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most.
  • Education Assistance for college degrees and professional certifications.
  • Opportunities for career advancement and internal mobility.
  • Access to thousands of free online courses through our Learning & Development platform.
  • Our Employee Recognition Programs spotlight your achievements and contributions.
  • Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support.

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About Central Garden & Pet

Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and producer of quality branded products for the lawn & garden and pet supplies markets. Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Central Garden & Pet Company produces and distributes a wide range of products under many brands including Pennington, Nylabone, Kaytee, Amdro, and Aqueon. The company was founded in 1980 and has grown to become one of the largest lawn and garden and pet supplies companies in the United States.
Learn more about Central Garden & Pet
Size
6,500 employees
Market Cap
$2 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$130.7 million
Founded
2018
Revenue
$2.8 billion
NASDAQ
CENT
* Ladders Estimates

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