Employee Relations Manager

Mountaire Farms; North Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Mountaire Farms seeks a seasoned HR Leader to oversee operations, talent acquisition, and employee relations at its North Carolina site. The role emphasizes strategic planning, policy development, and ensuring labor-law compliance across a large workforce.

You will guide training programs and drive engagement to align with Mountaire’s core values. The HR Leader will partner with leadership to optimize workforce performance, implement data-driven initiatives, and foster a culture of integrity and

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in HR operations, talent acquisition, and employee retention strategies.
• Experience complying with labor laws and developing policies.
• Proven leadership, team management, and strategic planning abilities.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with training and development programs to grow employees.
• Ability to analyze HR metrics and implement data-driven solutions.
• Proficient in HR software and systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR operations including talent acquisition and employee relations.
• Implement training and development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
• Drive performance management and workforce engagement.
• Provide strategic HR guidance aligned with company values.

Skills

HR operations

Talent acquisition

Employee engagement

Retention strategies

Compliance

Policy development

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Communication

Conflict resolution

Training & development

HR metrics

HR software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Advanced degree or certification (SPHR/SHRM-SCP)

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Mountaire Farms, a family-owned company since 1914, is a leader in producing minimally processed chicken with a commitment to quality and service. With a dedicated team of 10,000, Mountaire Farms upholds values of excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction. From breeding to broilers, feed mills to hatcheries, and packaging to plate, the company prides itself on consistently doing the right thing. Mountaire Farms focuses on delivering high-quality products while remaining true to its longstanding commitment to customers and the community.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in North Carolina, United States for an HR Leadership position. The HR Leader will be responsible for overseeing HR operations including talent acquisition, employee relations, training and development, compliance, performance management, and implementing HR strategies. They will drive organizational initiatives, ensure alignment with company values, provide strategic guidance to enhance workforce engagement, and ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in HR operations, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, and retention strategies
• Proven experience in compliance with labor laws, policy development, and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in leadership, team management, and strategic planning
• Effective communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with training and development programs to enhance employee growth and achieve organizational goals
• Ability to analyze HR metrics and recommend data-driven solutions
• Proficiency in HR software and systems
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-SCP) is a plus
• Experience in the agriculture or food production industry is an advantage