Manager Plant Human Resources

Lamb Weston•Park Rapids, MN

About The Position

The Plant HR Manager oversees the complete Human Resources function for their assigned location(s), provides HR guidance and leadership, and connects the wider HR global strategy with local initiatives at the plant facility. Reporting to HR with a dotted line to the Plant Manager, this role manages the local HR team and is a key resource responsible for hiring, retaining, developing, and ensuring full engagement of all team members. The role is also accountable for the direction, management, and financial success of the plant HR function by establishing and achieving current and long-term objectives, plans, and policies. As an integral member of plant leadership, the Manager is accountable for the strategic direction, budget management, team member development, and continuous improvement of HR functional and key performance objectives in support of organizational and business goals. The role leads HR processes, policies, employee relations, audits, and services in compliance with applicable local and statutory laws and regulations. It also supports employee performance, development, compensation, engagement, workforce planning, and succession initiatives, while collaborating with cross-functional HR teams and business support functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
5–10 years of general human resources experience.
Prior work experience ensuring and supporting HR compliance with local and statutory laws and regulations.
Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
Computer proficiency with HR management systems, Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and Outlook), and/or other web-based applications.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or certification specific to human resources.
Prior work experience in a manufacturing or plant environment, preferably a 24-hour operation facility.

Responsibilities

Oversee the complete Human Resources function for assigned plant location(s) and manage the local HR team.
Serve as an integral member of plant leadership, directing HR strategy, budget management, team member development, and continuous improvement of HR objectives.
Manage HR processes, policies, employee relations issues, audits, and services in compliance with local and statutory laws and regulations.
Provide coaching, career planning, and guidance through performance management, learning and development, and individual development planning initiatives.
Oversee compensation, promotions, organizational development, and rewards and recognition programs.
Ensure consistent delivery and communication of employee benefits programs.
Drive strategic workforce planning, skills development training, and succession planning to align with business needs.
Collaborate with HR peers, centers of excellence, and business support functions including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Payroll, Benefits, Finance, and Legal.
Manage or provide strategic guidance on matters involving trade unions, local works councils, or public institutions, including proposals or contracts, employee relations issues, investigations, meetings, negotiations, and policy adherence.
Lead HR initiatives, champion change, and grow team member engagement to create a culture aligned with company values.
Establish and achieve current and long-term objectives, plans, and policies for the plant HR function.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care
Health Reimbursement Accounts
Well-being programs, including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
Paid time off
401(k) plan with company contributions
Financial planning services
Employee stock purchase program
Health Savings Accounts
Life and accident insurance
Family-friendly employee events
Employee Assistance Program services, including mental health and concierge-type services
Compensation and bonus incentive programs