Human Resources Manager

WESTERN SMOKEHOUSE PARTNERS•Shelley, ID

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Western Smokehouse Partners is seeking a Human Resources Manager to lead HR at its fast-paced, multi-shift Shelley facility. The role partners with plant leadership and corporate HR to connect workforce priorities with production needs, strengthen frontline leadership, and build an employee experience grounded in trust and accountability. It combines strategic judgment with hands-on employee support. The manager oversees HR operations, employee relations, hiring and retention, HR administration, compliance, and cross-functional coordination. The role requires an onsite presence and responsive support across shifts, with occasional schedule flexibility for urgent employee or operational needs. The position must comply with company policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), OSHA regulations, and Illinois Department of Labor standards. Employees are required to follow safety protocols and promptly report unsafe conditions to a supervisor.

Requirements

At least five years of progressive HR experience, with substantial responsibility for employee relations, performance management, and advising leaders.
Ability to manage complex employee matters, conduct objective investigations, and make sound recommendations under pressure.
Working knowledge of employment compliance, including wage and hour practices, leave, accommodations, nondiscrimination, and confidentiality.
Experience with HRIS systems, workforce reporting, and accurate HR administration; ability to turn data into practical action.
Ability to work onsite and provide responsive support across shifts, including occasional schedule flexibility for urgent employee or operational needs.
Bilingual English and Spanish skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading HR operations or serving as a senior HR business partner, including coaching or supervising HR staff.
Experience supporting a manufacturing workforce of comparable size in a fast-paced, multi-shift environment.
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Paycom experience.
An HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.

Responsibilities

Lead HR operations, set priorities, develop the HR team, maintain a visible presence across shifts, delegate effectively, and ensure timely follow-through.
Advise plant leadership by translating production plans into staffing and retention strategies and using workforce trends to identify risks and recommend actions.
Lead impartial employee investigations, resolve concerns, guide consistent corrective action and separation decisions, document matters clearly, monitor for retaliation, and escalate sensitive or high-risk matters when appropriate.
Coach supervisors on communication, conflict resolution, attendance, and performance; support recognition, employee feedback, succession planning, and development opportunities.
Oversee recruitment, orientation, and onboarding; partner with operations to improve new-hire integration and address early turnover.
Coordinate compensation, benefits, leave, accommodations, and return-to-work processes; partner with payroll on timekeeping and employee changes; maintain confidential records, support audits, and address compliance gaps.
Partner with Safety and operations on injury-related employee support, workers’ compensation coordination, and modified duty.
Communicate organizational changes clearly and improve HR processes as business needs evolve.
Follow company policies, GMP, OSHA regulations, applicable labor standards, and safety protocols; report unsafe conditions promptly.