HR Manager - Anacortes

Overview Trident Seafoods is North America's largest vertically integrated seafood harvesting and processing company. Trident is a privately held, 100 percent USA‑owned company with global operations in six countries and serves customers in almost 60 countries. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington (USA), Trident employs approximately 7,700 people worldwide each year and partners with over 2,700 independent fishermen and crewmembers in Alaska. Trident catches and processes virtually every commercial species of salmon, whitefish, and crab harvested in the North Pacific and Alaska. The global supply chain also encompasses cultured and wild species sourced from an international network of trusted suppliers. Job Summary The HR Manager serves as the primary human resources leader for the Anacortes plant, partnering closely with plant leadership to support safe, compliant, and high‑performing operations. This role is responsible for delivering end‑to‑end HR support across employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, performance management, compliance, and engagement, with a strong focus on execution in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. The HR Manager balances strategic partnership with hands‑on execution, ensuring HR policies and practices are applied consistently while addressing the unique needs of a dynamic, seasonal workforce. Essential Functions Serve as a trusted business partner to the Plant Manager and leadership team, providing HR guidance aligned with operational priorities and workforce needs. Lead employee relations activities, including investigations, coaching, corrective action, and conflict resolution, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant outcomes. Support talent management processes including hiring, onboarding, workforce planning, succession planning, and development of front‑line leaders. Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, coaching, performance improvement plans, and year‑end reviews. Ensure accurate time‑keeping, attendance tracking, and leave administration in compliance with all applicable labor and employment laws and company policies. Partner with operations to determine workforce needs based on production demands. Manage employee engagement initiatives, retention strategies, and communications to support morale and workforce stability. Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and HR Operations partners to ensure efficient recruitment, compensation, and HR systems (e.g., Dayforce, Anaplan as applicable). Utilize workforce and people data to inform decision‑making and support data‑driven discussions with plant and HR leadership. Participate in change management efforts related to business transformations, policy changes, or organizational shifts. Compensation & Benefits This is a salaried exempt position with a range of $82,000 to $115,000 per year. Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full‑time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance‑based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, long‑term disability, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For full‑time employees, the initial paid time off benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible HR experience, with at least 3 years supporting manufacturing, industrial, or operations‑based environments. Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience. Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Education & Experiences HR management experience in a plant or manufacturing environment. Experience supporting seasonal or high‑volume workforces. Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, or SHRM‑SCP). Experience working across multiple HR disciplines (employee relations, talent, total rewards, compliance). Familiarity with HRIS and workforce planning tools (e.g., Dayforce). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated experience handling employee relations, performance management, and compliance matters independently. Experience partnering with operational leaders in fast‑paced, production‑driven settings. Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and HR best practices. Ability to influence and partner effectively with leaders at all levels of the organization. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain HR concepts clearly to non‑HR leaders and employees. High level of organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment. Data‑driven mindset, with the ability to interpret HR metrics and use insights to inform decisions. Demonstrated ability to operate with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Comfort working both strategically and hands‑on, including regular time spent in operational environments. Work Environment This role is based on site at the Anacortes manufacturing plant and requires regular presence across both office and production floor environments. Work Ability Requirements The role may require standing or walking for extended periods, navigating stairs and uneven surfaces, and occasional bending or reaching. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Work Authorizations This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr