Associate Manager, HR

The J.M. Smucker Co.; McCalla (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. is seeking an Associate HR Manager in Alabama to lead HR initiatives for a fast-paced manufacturing site.

You will partner with plant leadership to attract, develop, and retain talent, drive engagement, and support performance and workforce planning to deliver business results. In this role you will run labor relations, investigations, and policy administration while coaching leaders on performance management and employee development to strengthen culture and improve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience in employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and workforce development.
• Manufacturing HR experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Partner with plant leaders to drive talent, engagement, retention and organizational effectiveness.
• Support site people strategies by attracting, developing, and retaining talent.
• Lead HR processes including employee and labor relations, investigations, corrective actions, compliance, and policy administration.
• Provide coaching and guidance on performance management and workforce planning.

Skills

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Performance management

Workforce development

MS Office

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

HR Management preferred

Tools

HRIS platforms

HR technologies

Job description

Your Opportunity as the Associate HR Manager

Help Power the Growth of Uncrustables®

At Smucker, we're growing one of the most exciting brands in food, and we're looking for an HR leader who wants to make a real impact. As the Associate HR Manager, you'll play a key role in attracting top talent, developing leaders, strengthening culture, and supporting the employees who help bring Uncrustables® to life every day.

This is a hands‑on opportunity to partner with plant leadership, influence business results, and help build an engaged, high‑performing workforce in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

In This Role You Will

• Partner with plant leaders to drive talent, engagement, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
• Support the site's people strategy by helping attract, develop, and retain top talent.
• Lead and execute key HR processes including employee and labor relations, investigations, corrective actions, compliance activities, and policy administration.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing coaching and guidance on performance management, workforce planning, and employee development.
• Lead recruiting efforts for hourly and technical roles, helping build strong talent pipelines for continued growth.
• Champion employee engagement, recognition, onboarding, and culture‑building initiatives.
• Analyze workforce and organizational data to identify trends, opportunities, and solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement by streamlining HR processes and enhancing the employee experience.
• Partner with HR Shared Services and Centers of Excellence to deliver effective people solutions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and audit requirements.
• Support key plant initiatives, community involvement activities, and employee events.
• Contribute to a workplace culture where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do their best work.

Minimum Requirements

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; HR Management preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and workforce development.
• Manufacturing HR experience required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Skills And Experience That Will Make You Successful

• Proven ability to build trust, influence leaders, and drive results.
• Strong employee relations and workplace investigation experience.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms and HR technologies.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem‑solving skills.
• Passion for developing people and creating an exceptional employee experience.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

Why Join Uncrustables®?

• Be part of one of the fastest‑growing businesses within The J.M. Smucker Company.
• Help shape the culture, leadership, and future workforce of a growing manufacturing operation.
• Make a visible impact on people, performance, and business results.
• Grow your HR career while supporting a brand loved by millions.

Build great teams. Develop future leaders. Help power the future of Uncrustables®.

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.