HR Manager

Michael Foods Inc. • Gaylord, MN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that’s First in Food.

Michael Foods, Inc. located in Gaylord, Minnesota is Minnesota's Healthy Heartland! Gaylord is located in south central Minnesota about an hour west of the Twin Cities and 35 minutes from Mankato, Hutchinson, and New Ulm. As the County Seat, Gaylord is the "Hub of Sibley County." Our location produces liquid egg, hardcook egg, and precooked egg such as scrambled, patties and omelets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Human Resources or related field with Master’s preferred.
• 3+ years of experience as a Human Resources Manager preferable within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations regarding employment practices.
• Knowledge of HR Systems and Payroll, including time keeping systems.
• Ability to speak Spanish is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to multi-task, deal with employees with diverse backgrounds, and builds positive employee relations at all levels.
• Prior experience working in facilities that have been recently merged or acquired is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Ability to speak Spanish is preferred, but not required.
• Prior experience working in facilities that have been recently merged or acquired is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive the effectiveness of human resource programs by developing strategies to improve employee satisfaction, positive employee relations, and working conditions.
• Evaluate current human resources policies and programs by visiting worksite and communicating with employees regarding related issues.
• Direct the work of the HR team to support both HR and business initiatives through setting priorities and objectives, leading, teaching, and coaching.
• Administer company policies and procedures.
• Provide counseling and dispute resolution regarding employee issues through consultation and investigation with both employees and leaders, reviewing company policy and practice and providing recommendation for resolution.
• Develop location recruitment strategy in alignment with company recruitment strategy and in collaboration with location HR team to attract and retain qualified candidates.
• Interpret company policies where applicable to ensure consistent application and equitable employee relations.
• Collaborate with Centers of Excellence to evaluate, design, and implement employee development programs to ensure employee have the appropriate skills and competencies to meet current and future operational goals.
• Audit employee records for completion and accuracy.
• Authorize changes to employee records when necessary.
• Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
• Adhere to Quality work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained.
• Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager