Human Resources Manager

Dole Packaged Foods • McDonough, GA

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About The Position

Dole Packaged Foods is a purpose-led organization focused on accessible fruit nutrition and building a brighter future. Our culture is driven by core Values, fostering a respectful, inclusive environment that values colleagues, customers, and global communities. We strive for excellence, empowering each other to overcome challenges, learn continuously, and achieve world-class results with integrity. Collaboration, positivity, and teamwork are key to our collective success. As a Human Resources Manager, you will oversee recruitment, training, compliance, leaves of absence, and other projects, supporting the organization’s purpose. This role leads a team, sets operational objectives, and delivers results impacting 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
• Passionate about a purpose driven career
• Committed to fostering inclusive environments that support employee development and well-being
• Sets clear expectations, encourages innovation, and drives continuous improvement
• Models and coaches towards transparency and integrity in decision-making
• Effectively facilitates cross-team communication and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop direct reports within the Human Resources function, fostering 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.

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

What This Job Offers

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