Human Resources Manager

Link Snacks•Underwood, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Link Snacks is seeking a seasoned Human Resources Manager to serve as a strategic, hands-on HR business partner to manufacturing leadership. The role provides guidance and support to personnel and daily HR operations, and partners with leaders to develop strategies for attracting, recruiting, and retaining team members in support of business objectives. It combines thought leadership with execution and calls for an innovative, self-starting HR leader to build structures, systems, programs, and processes that support business success. The position manages workplace culture and environment through programs in compensation, performance management, organizational development, benefits, and team member engagement. It leads the onsite HR team, supports plant leaders and team members, and collaborates with corporate HR and other functional partners. The role is based in a plant/office setting in Underwood, Iowa, with monthly travel to Laurens, Iowa and travel of up to 20%. The salary range is $80,000 to $100,000 annually. Eligible team members may receive medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401(k) participation, paid holidays, paid time off, and may be eligible for annual incentive and program-specific awards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
At least 5 years of progressive manufacturing HR experience, including substantial employee relations, HR operations, and leadership consultation experience.
At least 2 years of progressive HR leadership experience managing, mentoring, and developing HR team members.
Experience supporting complex distribution center operations, including employee relations, workforce planning, and HR programs for a multi-shift hourly workforce.
Extensive working knowledge of employment law and regulatory compliance, including advising leaders on complex employee relations matters and mitigating legal and organizational risk.
Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to build effective relationships with team members and leaders at all organizational levels.
High proficiency with HR information systems and Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to use technology, workforce analytics, and process improvements to support organizational effectiveness and change initiatives.
Ability to travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification.
Previous experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment.
Experience with SAP, UKG, Power BI, or similar HR systems.
Experience working within a centralized HR structure.
Experience supporting compensation, job architecture, and organizational effectiveness initiatives across multiple business functions.

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic HR business partner to plant leadership on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, talent management, and people-related business decisions.
Lead, coach, and develop the onsite HR team, setting clear expectations and supporting accountability and consistent execution of HR processes and initiatives.
Promote a positive workplace culture through team member engagement, open communication, recognition, retention, and strong workplace relationships.
Manage team member relations, including investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, performance concerns, and employment separations.
Coach and support supervisors and managers on leadership, performance management, accountability, communication, and team member development.
Partner with plant leadership and Talent Acquisition on staffing strategies, workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding, internal promotions, and retention.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.
Oversee daily HR operations, including attendance management, personnel transactions, HR systems, recordkeeping, reporting, and team member information.
Collaborate with corporate HR, Benefits, Payroll, Safety, Legal, and other partners to resolve issues and implement consistent HR practices and initiatives.
Analyze workforce metrics such as turnover, absenteeism, headcount, staffing, and retention to identify trends and recommend improvements.
Support organizational changes, leadership development, succession planning, and continuous improvement aligned with manufacturing business objectives.
Drive standardization and continuous improvement of HR policies, processes, and programs across manufacturing facilities while ensuring effective site-level execution.
Maintain a visible, approachable HR presence across shifts and provide timely, professional, consistent HR support.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.