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Human Resources Manager

CFS Brands · Wausau, WI · 5 days ago
Human ResourcesFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Own recruiting and staffing for hourly production roles, ensuring the plant is fully staffed to meet production goals; manage temporary labor as needed.
  • Maintain a consistent presence on the manufacturing floor—building relationships, addressing issues in real time, and staying ahead of workforce challenges.
  • Lead onboarding from start to finish, ensuring new hires are prepared, compliant, and set up for success on day one.
  • Manage Time and Attendance processes daily, partnering with supervisors to enforce policies, address attendance issues, and maintain accountability.
  • Generate and analyze weekly labor and headcount reports; partner with Operations and Finance to manage labor costs and improve efficiency.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations through regular audits.
  • Serve as the primary resource for employee relations, handling issues directly and supporting supervisors through coaching and disciplinary processes.
  • Coach and support front-line supervisors on performance management, attendance, and policy enforcement to ensure consistency across shifts.
  • Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and policies to better support plant operations, reduce turnover, and improve retention.
  • Lead key annual HR processes including performance management, employee surveys, and workforce planning with a focus on developing frontline talent.
  • Ensure compliance with all employment laws, company policies, and workplace standards in a non-union environment.
  • Partner with HR peers across CFS Brands to share best practices and ensure consistency across locations.
  • Handle sensitive employee matters with professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
  • Perform additional duties as needed to support plant operations and leadership.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or similar high-volume environment
  • Proven ability to operate independently as the on-site HR leader
  • Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment laws
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment with shifting priorities
  • Ability to address issues directly, make sound decisions, and support leadership with confidence
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to connect with employees on the floor and influence supervisors
  • Ability to build trust quickly while holding employees and leaders accountable
  • Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Qualifications

  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Effective time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong understanding of HR policies and procedures

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

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Schedule

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