Human Resources Manager

Job Type


Full-time

Description

Industry: Food Manufacturing
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Direct Reports: 1 HR Generalist
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Position Overview


We are seeking a hands-on, full-spectrum HR Manager to lead all human resources functions for a growing mid-sized food manufacturing company in Houston. This role combines strategic HR leadership with day-to-day execution , with heavy emphasis on high-volume hourly recruiting and workforce stability across plant operations.

The HR Manager will own the entire employee lifecycle , lead and develop one HR Generalist, and serve as a key partner to operations and finance leadership. This individual must be comfortable working both on the plant floor and at the leadership table , balancing recruiting demands with broader HR strategy, compliance, and organizational development.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruiting & Workforce Planning (Core Priority)

• Lead full-cycle, high-volume recruiting for hourly production, warehouse, sanitation, maintenance, and quality roles

• Develop/execute recruiting strategies to maintain consistent staffing levels

• Build/manage pipelines through referrals, community partnerships, and job boards

• Partner with plant leadership on headcount planning, workforce forecasting, and labor optimization

• Track/improve recruiting metrics (retention, turnover, attendance, quality of hire)

• Oversee onboarding processes to ensure strong employee ramp-up and engagement

2. HR Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise and develop 1 HR Generalist , providing direction across recruiting, administration, and employee support

• Prioritize and delegate HR activities while maintaining overall accountability for HR


• Improve HR processes, systems, and service delivery across the organization

3. Employee Relations & Talent Development

• Serve as the HR leader for employee relations , investigations, and conflict resolution

• Coach managers and supervisors on performance management and discipline

• Drive engagement initiatives and foster a positive, productive plant culture

• Implement training and development for hourly employees and frontline leaders

• Support succession planning and internal promotion pipelines

4. HR Operations & Compliance (Company-Wide Ownership)

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, TWC, etc.)

• Oversee HRIS, personnel records, I9 documentation/E-Verify and required postings

• Lead policy development, updates, and company-wide consistency

• Manage audits, reporting, and documentation across HR, payroll, and benefits

• Standardize HR processes across departments and functions

5. Payroll, Benefits & Leave Administration

• Oversee accurate payroll and timekeeping processes, including state tax programs.

• Manage benefits programs including enrollments, renewals, and communications.

• Administer leave programs (FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, personal leave)

• Serve as escalation point for complex payroll, benefits, and leave issues

6. Safety, Risk & Regulatory Support

• Partner with operations leadership on safety programs and culture

• Support OSHA processes, workers' comp claims, and return-to-work programs

• Participate in incident investigations and compliance enforcement

• Reinforce food safety, GMP, and hygiene standards from an HR perspective

7. Strategic & Financial Partnership

• Partner with the CFO on labor cost management, workforce analytics, and budgeting

• Deliver reporting on headcount, turnover, recruiting performance, and labor trends

• Support compensation planning, benchmarking, and pay structure decisions

• Contribute to strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including manufacturing or high-hourly environments

• Demonstrated success in high-volume hourly recruiting

• Experience overseeing or leading full HR functions and processes

• Strong working knowledge of employment law and compliance requirements

• Experience managing or mentoring HR staff preferred

• Background in food manufacturing or regulated environments is a plus

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred

• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) a plus

Work Environment

• On-site in a fast-paced manufacturing facility

• Regular interaction with plant leadership and hourly workforce

• Flexibility to support multiple shifts as needed

• Occasional extended hours during hiring surges or critical HR matters

Why This Role

• Full ownership of HR - Lead and shape all HR functions across the company

• High impact role - Direct influence on staffing, retention, culture, and operational performance

• Balanced leadership - Blend of strategic decision-making and hands-on execution

• Team leadership opportunity - Develop and lead an HR Generalist

• Operational partnership - Strong alignment with finance and plant leadership

• Growth opportunity - Ability to build, improve, and scale HR processes in a stable manufacturing environment

Ready to Apply?

If you are a hands-on HR leader who thrives in manufacturing, enjoys building strong teams, and wants full ownership of HR in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and help drive the people strategy behind operational success.