Human Resources Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead all HR functions at our food manufacturing facility in Bennettsville, SC. This role is a key member of the plant leadership team, partnering with operations, safety, quality, and production leaders to support a positive workplace culture, drive employee engagement, ensure regulatory compliance, and build a high-performing workforce across multiple shifts.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is equally comfortable developing strategy and supporting day-to-day employee and leadership needs.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried positions across production, sanitation, warehouse, maintenance, quality, and administrative functions.
• Develop effective sourcing strategies through job boards, community partnerships, staffing agencies, and career events.
• Partner with leaders to forecast staffing needs and ensure adequate workforce coverage across multiple shifts.
• Oversee onboarding programs that reinforce safety, quality, food safety, and company culture.

Employee Relations & Leadership

Support

• Serve as the primary HR resource for employees and supervisors.
• Conduct employee investigations and resolve workplace concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Coach managers and supervisors on employee relations, performance management, disciplinary actions, and policy interpretation.
• Drive employee engagement, retention, and recognition initiatives.

Compliance & HR Operations

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, EEO, OSHA, wage and hour regulations, and other employment-related requirements.
• Maintain HR records, policies, procedures, and employee documentation.
• Prepare and analyze HR metrics related to turnover, staffing, attendance, training, and employee relations.
• Support internal and external audits, including those related to food manufacturing and regulatory requirements.

Training & Performance Management

• Coordinate and track employee training programs, including safety, GMP, compliance, and leadership development initiatives.
• Lead performance review processes and support managers in setting goals and managing employee performance.
• Assist in developing supervisors and emerging leaders across the facility.

Safety, Workers' Compensation & Benefits

• Partner with safety leadership to promote a strong safety culture and OSHA compliance.
• Manage workers' compensation claims and return-to-work programs.
• Support benefits administration, leave management, payroll coordination, and employee inquiries.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent HR leadership experience in a manufacturing environment will be considered.

Experience

• 3-7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Manufacturing experience required; food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting multi-shift operations preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs, food safety standards, and regulated manufacturing environments is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and workplace compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to build strong partnerships across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms, payroll/timekeeping systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Equal Opportunity

Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.