Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Human Resources (HR) Manager to lead and oversee all HR functions in our fast-paced food manufacturing facility in New Jersey. The HR Manager will be responsible for talent acquisition, employee relations, compliance with labor laws, training and development, performance management, and workplace safety. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader who can align HR initiatives with business goals while fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Staffing: Manage full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to attract and maintain a skilled workforce.

• Employee Relations: Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns, mediate disputes, and ensure a positive workplace culture.

• Compliance & Legal: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, including OSHA, FSMA, FLSA, and EEO regulations.

• Training & Development: Develop and implement employee training programs to enhance skills, productivity, and career growth.

• Performance Management: Oversee employee evaluations, goal-setting, and performance improvement plans to drive operational excellence.

• Workplace Safety: Collaborate with plant leadership to enforce safety policies and procedures in alignment with industry and regulatory standards.

• Payroll & Benefits Administration: Oversee payroll processing, benefits enrollment, and leave management, ensuring accurate and timely execution.

• HR Policies & Procedures: Develop, update, and enforce company policies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.

• HR Metrics & Reporting: Maintain HR data, generate reports, and analyze trends to improve workforce planning and retention.

• Employee Engagement: Implement initiatives to boost morale, increase retention, and enhance employee satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred).

• 5+ years of HR management experience, preferably in a manufacturing or food production environment.

• Strong knowledge of employment laws, labor relations, and HR best practices.

• Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and payroll software.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Experience in union and non-union environments is a plus.

MOHR Talent is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@themohrgrp.com

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