Crown Bakeries · 1 day ago
Human Resources Manager
Pleasant Prairie, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expCrown Bakeries is a company focused on providing quality baked goods, and they are seeking a Human Resources Manager to support their plant operations. This role involves managing daily HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and performance management, while being a key member of the plant leadership team.
BakeryFood and BeverageFood Processing
Hiring Manager
Lelani C.
Responsibilities
Conducts recruitment and onboarding efforts for all nonexempt and production employees, students, and temporary employees; conducts new-employee orientations; monitors employee relations counseling, outplacement counseling, and exit interviewing at the non-exempt level
Works directly with department managers to assist them in decision making to carry out their responsibilities on employee relations matters
Plans, organizes, and controls all activities of the department. Participates in developing plant/department goals, objectives, and systems
Implements and annually updates compensation program in conjunction with corporate compensation programs
Monitors performance evaluation programs at the site level and assists management in the annual performance and wage review preparation and administration. Assists with weekly payroll reconciliation
Makes recommendations on personnel policies and procedures and handbook revisions. performs benefits administration in conjunction with Corporate Benefits and Open Enrollment / Life Change events
Establishes and maintains department records and reports, both personnel file and human resources information system. Participate in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings as required
Evaluates reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals
Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to achieve continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed
Maintain knowledge of industry trends and state specific employment legislation to support compliance on all associate matters at the Federal, State and Local level
Communicates changes in employee policies and procedures and assure proper compliance is followed
Present training and development topics in a classroom setting
Other duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or another similar-related field required
5 + years' experience working in human resources. Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
Strong understanding of Manufacturing GMP's, Foreign Material and Safety/OSHA regulations/reporting
Bilingual with English/Spanish required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization
Ability to be resilient and remain calm and thoughtful in verbal communication pressure-related situations
Entrepreneurial mind-set, with a high tolerance for ambiguity and complexity. Ability to be efficient with limited resources
Good business acumen, mindful, critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with a self-starter personality
Good time management skills and the ability to interpret and communicate data
Understanding of full cycle recruiting and sourcing activities
Hands-on experience with payroll systems and Human Resources Information Software (HRIS), Paylocity highly-preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite or related software
Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Thorough knowledge of Federal, Wisconsin and local employment-related laws, labor relations and regulations
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
Preferred
Manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
SHRM or HRCI Certification encouraged and will be supported if not already obtained
Hands-on experience with payroll systems and Human Resources Information Software (HRIS), Paylocity highly-preferred
Company
Crown Bakeries
Crown Bakeries is a food production firm that serves biscuit, croissant, English muffin, brioche, bun, roll, hoagie and tea cake.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Doug Bame
Chief Operating Officer
George Caparos
Chief Development Officer
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