HR Manager

Ferraro Foods of New Jersey LLC • Piscataway, NJ

8d • $60,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Ferraro Foods is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support and execute key Human Resources initiatives across employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, payroll support, talent acquisition, performance management, and HR operations. This role serves as a trusted partner to employees and leaders while helping drive HR best practices, maintain compliance with employment laws, and support the continued growth of the organization. The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and can balance strategic priorities with day-to-day HR operations.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, compliance, and HR best practices
• Experience administering benefits, leaves of absence, workers' compensation, unemployment, and payroll-related processes
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
• ADP Workforce Now experience required
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of Human Resources experience
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
• Experience supporting HR functions within distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or other fast-paced operational environments

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and implementation of Human Resources policies, programs, and procedures
• Partner with managers and employees on employee relations matters, coaching, performance management, and workplace concerns
• Coordinate recruitment activities, onboarding, and hiring processes across the organization
• Administer employee benefits programs, open enrollment, leave administration, workers' compensation, disability, unemployment, and FMLA processes
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Support payroll-related processes including employee data changes, time and attendance administration, and reporting
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation in compliance with company policies and legal requirements
• Coordinate and track performance evaluations and employee development initiatives
• Assist with compensation administration, promotions, status changes, and organizational updates
• Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, and hiring activity updates for leadership
• Develop, implement, and improve HR procedures, workflows, and standard operating procedures
• Conduct workplace investigations and support disciplinary actions and terminations when necessary
• Monitor legislative changes and assist with policy updates to ensure ongoing compliance
• Partner with internal departments regarding staffing, employee engagement, and organizational needs
• Support safety, compliance, and additional Human Resources initiatives as assigned

Benefits

• Medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k) with company contribution
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• additional voluntary benefit offerings

What This Job Offers

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