Human Resources Generalist

Ready Foods • Denver, CO

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Ready Foods is a Denver-based, family-owned food manufacturer undergoing a transformation. We are integrating Lean principles, Industry 4.0 technologies, digital transformation, and systems thinking to build the next generation of food manufacturing. Our culture emphasizes respect for people, operational excellence, learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We are seeking individuals to help shape the future of manufacturing and make a significant impact. Our HR team is integral to the business, working closely with employees and supervisors on the production floor to solve problems and foster a thriving workplace. We are looking for an HR Generalist who is visible, engaged, and trusted, possessing strong relationship-building skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Resourcefulness, effective questioning, and practical problem-solving are key. Professional fluency in both English and Spanish is required for effective communication, employee discussions, addressing concerns, and providing guidance in both languages.

Requirements

• Professional fluency in both English and Spanish.
• Ability to communicate effectively, conduct employee discussions, address workplace concerns, and provide guidance in both languages.
• Uses good judgment and common sense when handling employee issues.
• Can prioritize and adapt when multiple urgent matters arise at the same time.
• Is resourceful and comfortable figuring things out when there is not always a clear roadmap.
• Builds credibility and trust with both hourly employees and supervisors.
• Communicates professionally, even during difficult conversations.
• Enjoys being present in the operation rather than sitting behind a desk all day.
• Takes ownership of problems and follows them through to resolution.
• Brings recommendations and solutions, not just problems.
• Collaborates well with leaders, peers, and the broader HR team.
• Understands that every day in manufacturing is different—and enjoys that challenge.
• Three or more years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, and workplace investigations.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant HR experience.
• Manufacturing, food production, distribution or operations experience preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English.
• PHR, SHRM-CP or other HR certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner for supervisors and employees.
• Build strong relationships through regular floor presence and employee interaction.
• Support employee relations, investigations, performance management, accommodations, leave administration, and workplace concerns.
• Support supervisors with practical guidance, timely follow-up, and clear communication when employee or operational issues arise.
• Coordinate recruiting, onboarding, and employee retention activities.
• Maintain employment records and ensure HR compliance.
• Partner with payroll, benefits, safety, training, and operations teams.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and help implement practical solutions.
• Balance multiple priorities while responding to employee and operational needs.

Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $75,637 - $124,802 annually.
• Final compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, skills, and overall fit.
• Most candidates who meet the position requirements can expect an offer in the mid-$80,000s range.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree