Human Resource Manager

ofi; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 112,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time from Day 1

401K Match on Day 1

Paid Holidays

Career Growth and Learning

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

ofi, a global leader in food and beverage ingredients, seeks an experienced HR Manager for our Bayonne, NJ facility. Reporting to the Regional HR Director, you will lead staffing, compensation, employee relations, training and safety initiatives across the plant, guiding a dynamic team to align HR with business goals.

You will partner with plant leadership to drive engagement, develop workforce plans, ensure compliance with labor laws, and manage salary administration, recruitment, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR Generalist experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred; PHR/SPHR preferred.
• Excellent communication and employee relations skills; ability to train and coach leaders.

Responsibilities

• Act as strategic business partner to plant leadership to shape HR strategy.
• Lead staffing, recruitment, and onboarding for salary positions.
• Oversee compensation programs including merit, bonus, and promotions.
• Drive employee engagement, safety, and training initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with EEOC, FLSA, ADA, OSHA and other regulations.
• Coach managers on employee relations and performance management.
• Manage HR data, reporting, and workforce planning across geographies.

Skills

Communication

Employee relations

Project management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Diversity & inclusion

MS Excel/Word

Independent with deadlines

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

PHR/SPHR preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Description

We are a global leader in food & beverage ingredients. Pioneers at heart, we operate at the forefront of consumer trends to provide food & beverage manufacturers with products and ingredients that will delight their consumers. Making a positive impact on people and planet is all part of the delight. With a deep-rooted presence in the countries where our ingredients are grown, we are closer to farmers, enabling better quality, and more reliable, traceable and transparent supply. Supplying products and ingredients at scale is just the start. We add value through our unique, complementary portfolio of natural, delicious and nutritious products. With our fresh thinking, we help our customers unleash the sensory and functional attributes of cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts and spices so they can create naturally good food & beverage products that meet consumer expectations. And whoever we’re with, whatever we’re doing, we always make it real.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Regional Director of HR or Sr. HR Manager, the HR Manager will provide leadership and guidance to manufacturing facility on all aspects of Human Resources including but not limited to staffing and organizational design, compensation, employee relations, management/employee training and development, policies and procedures, safety, security, health and diversity.

The ideal candidate for this position will be flexible, resilient, and will thrive in a developing workspace. They should be energetic and passionate about the field of Human Resources. They must be able to manage multiple hands‑on tasks and changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic business partner with plant leadership to evaluate the state of human resources by identifying opportunities for improvement, developing and executing a strategic vision for the HR function in the
• Provide support to assist the plant in achieving both functional and key performance
• Provide HR leadership and direction for the HR team.
• Drive employee engagement to maximize safety, manufacturing, quality and goal
• Prepare and maintain job documents, job evaluations, requisitions interview forms and offer letters among other recruitment forms for salary positions.
• Responsible for recruitment process of salary positions that includes to advertise (internally/externally), post, recruit, screen, coordinate and execute interviews and hire qualified candidates to maintain appropriate staffing levels. Maintain applicant and hire tracking.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with universities, colleges, trade schools, employment agencies and other community partners to meet recruiting demands.
• Implement and align HR initiatives to the business strategy which includes the ability to identify, analyze, understand, and articulate business goals and objectives at the company, plant and business unit
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory activities, including but not limited to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA).
• Provide direction and oversight of employee relations issues to ensure processes are well structured to maintain a fair and equitable
• Coach managers/supervisors on employee relations issues to enable them to address employee issues directly at the floor
• Manage consistent execution of compensation programs including merit, bonus, and promotional
• Educate and assist management on salary administration and performance
• Attend unemployment hearings.
• Provide career planning and development counsel to employees and
• Drive staffing processes including sourcing strategies, interviews, job offers and
• Receive and review employee complaints and ensure accurate and timely documentation of concerns or issues. Facilitate actions to document and resolve employee issues, escalating as needed to appropriate management team.
• Review and analyze data for employee leaves of absence, including worker’s compensation.
• Measure staffing effectiveness including turnover analysis and action
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma is required. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred.
• Five (5) years of Human Resources Generalist experience is required.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR, SPHR) is preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and experience in employee relations is required.
• Bi‑lingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Manufacturing or Agriculture HR experience is preferred.
• Union experince is a plus.
• Key Leadership Competencies and interpersonal skills are required.
• Strong project management and prioritization skills are required.
• Ability to work with a diverse team across many geographies is required.
• Proficient skill level with Microsoft Excel and Word is required.
• Ability to work independently with multiple demands and timelines is required.
• Must be able to exercise effective judgement, sensitivity, creativity to changing needs and situations.
• High level of integrity, trust, and ethics are required.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. Build a Rewarding Career at ofi!

The pay for this role ranges from $112,000 - $136,000 annually and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.

Performance-based Bonuses:

Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles.

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits:

Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future.

A Culture of Well-being:

Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire physical, social, emotional, and financial well‑being for you and your family.

Family Support:

Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.

Additional Perks That Make a Difference

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure.
• Paid Sick Leave – Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi.
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work‑life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments.
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program.
• Career Growth and Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities.

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at [email protected].

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.