Senior Human Resources Generalist

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We value collaborative contribution, transparency, and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About the role

We are seeking a people-focused HR leader with a passion for building strong teams, supporting organizational success, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This is a high-impact role responsible for talent strategy, employee relations, labor relations, compliance, and engagement at our Weston, Oregon plant. The position has opened due to an upcoming retirement, offering a unique opportunity to step into a well-established role. Experience with labor relations is essential for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and new hire orientation to support staffing needs across the facility.
• Partner with managers and Corporate HR to understand workforce requirements, coach on effective interviewing, and ensure consistent hiring practices.
• Provide guidance on performance management, corrective actions, policy interpretation, and employee development.
• Oversee employee relations, conduct investigations, manage documentation, and ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws.
• Administer benefits, leave programs, wellness initiatives, and maintain accurate HRIS and personnel records.
• Support organizational development efforts including performance reviews, development plans, and succession planning.
• Lead labor relations activities, including managing grievances, interpreting the labor agreement, preparing job postings, and participating as a member of the company bargaining committee.
• Coordinate seasonal workforce processes, including migrant labor planning, compliance requirements, and agency relationships.
• Build positive relationships throughout the plant, uphold Lakeside’s cultural values, and support employee engagement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• 5+ years of HR experience (required), preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in labor relations, including contract interpretation and grievance management (required).
• Strong knowledge of employment laws (EEOC, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, FLSA, etc.).
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• SHRM CP, PHR certification, or previous supervisory experience (preferred).

Benefits

• A welcoming community and small-town environment.
• Access to year-round outdoor recreation and nearby regional amenities.
• A stable, supportive work culture where employees feel connected and valued.

The Weston plant is a collaborative, community-driven workplace where employees take pride in their contributions and leadership values partnership, communication, and shared success.