Human Resources Manager

Dole Packaged Foods•Mcdonough, GA

About The Position

Dole Packaged Foods is a purpose-led organization that champions accessible fruit nutrition and builds a brighter future for people through the goodness of fruit. Our culture is uniquely driven by core Values, transforming our work into a meaningful journey toward a brighter future together. We foster a respectful, inclusive culture that deeply values our colleagues, customers, and global communities. We strive for excellence, empowering each other to confidently overcome challenges, continuously learn, and achieve world-class results. Guided by unwavering integrity, our actions consistently reflect our commitment to always doing what's right, fostering lasting trust and strong relationships. Through a spirit of collaboration, we cultivate positivity, generosity, and genuine teamwork, enabling collective success toward our One Dole Purpose. Our innovative spirit leads directly to meaningful outcomes and business success. As a Human Resources Manager, you will oversee many areas of HR – recruitment, training, compliance, leaves of absence, and other projects as assigned, and support the organization’s purpose and promises. This role leads a team of professional and/or support associates, sets operational objectives, and delivers results that directly impact departmental performance.

Requirements

5 - 7+ years progressive human resources experience including recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and policy development
In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
Intermediate to advanced skills in the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high volume environment
Demonstrates good judgment, integrity & respect, innovation, and optimism
Handle information with the utmost confidentiality
Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
Master's degree preferred
PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop direct reports within the Human Resources function.
Foster a high-performance, engaged HR team aligned with organizational goals.
Manage full-cycle recruitment for all levels of employees and temporary associates.
Serve as primary liaison for contingent workforce vendors.
Ensure effective onboarding processes, including new hire orientation.
Act as a trusted partner to management and employees by addressing concerns, grievances, and workplace issues.
Conduct employee investigations and provide recommendations aligned with company policy.
Support and guide performance management processes, including goal setting, development planning, and performance reviews.
Conduct exit interviews and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
Maintain records, reports, and logs to ensure compliance with EEO and Affirmative Action requirements.
Coordinate leave of absence administration and unemployment claims in partnership with US HQ HR & third-party vendors.
Ensure compliance with required labor postings and regulatory updates.
Lead HR-related audits, including SMETA, SQF, and applicable state audits.
Deliver and oversee compliance training programs, including harassment prevention.
Support organizational development and employee training initiatives.
Develop and analyze HR metrics and reports to drive data-informed decision-making.
Monitor KPIs and leverage site analytics to influence continuous improvement initiatives.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal and professional communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
Maintain structured, thoughtful, and effective communication, particularly in sensitive labor relations matters.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to complex HR situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.