Human Resource Manager

Hy-Vee; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee is seeking a Human Resource Manager in Minnesota to serve as the go-to HR partner for the store, supporting every employee from onboarding to career development. You will handle recruiting, payroll, employee relations, and compliance to ensure smooth operations and a positive work environment.

The role requires a people-first professional who thrives in variety and can build a great workplace. A high school diploma with HR and accounting coursework is required, Hy-Vee experience is

Qualifications

• Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Ability to counsel and advise employees and managers with discretion.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in basic math for payroll and budgeting.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee records.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and assist them within the store.
• Coordinate employee information updates in Workday time and attendance.
• Counsel department heads on performance reviews, scheduling, benefits, and payroll matters; act as Insurance and 401(k) coordinator.
• Develop and manage recruiting and retention programs, including full hiring process.

Skills

Communication

Interviewing

Discretion

Problem solving

Basic math

Confidential records

Education

High school diploma

HR coursework

Accounting coursework

Tools

Workday

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any): - At Hy-Vee we promise \"a helpful smile in every aisle\" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other. Job Description: Job Title: Human Resource Manager Department: General FLSA: Hourly Revision Date: 07/2026

Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Department: General

FLSA: Hourly

Revision Date: 07/2026

About Hy-Vee

At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We’re seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.

The Role and Why It's Important

As the Human Resource Manager at Hy-Vee, you’ll be the go-to HR partner for your store, supporting every employee from their first day through their career here. From recruiting and payroll to employee relations and compliance, your work keeps the store running smoothly and the team feeling supported and valued. If you’re a people-first professional who thrives on variety, enjoys solving problems, and is passionate about building a great workplace, this role is a great fit for you.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers warmly and assisting them throughout the store
• Coordinate all employee information updates in the Workday time and attendance system
• Counsel department heads and employees on performance reviews, scheduling, benefits, wages, and personnel matters; serve as Insurance Coordinator and 401(k) Coordinator
• Develop and manage recruiting and retention programs; facilitate the full hiring process including interviewing, placement, orientation, and training
• Coordinate employee transfers between stores and track vacation and personal days for all store employees
• Conduct performance reviews and exit interviews; attend weekly staff and assistant manager meetings
• Make payroll adjustments including bonuses and missed pay raises; transmit sales, hours, adjustments, and accounts receivable to the corporate office weekly
• Disperse paychecks, W-2s, and Trust Fund and 401(k) reports; distribute company and store communications including birthdays and anniversaries
• Prepare employee wage and employment verifications, disability claims, and leave of absence requests
• Record and follow up on Workers Compensation claims and complete accident reports for customers and employees
• Schedule employees, honor time-off requests, and arrange coverage for call-ins
• Coordinate quarterly employee meetings, store events, service award programs, and bonus meetings
• Handle customer complaints and send follow-up and thank-you correspondence
• Conduct store tours for schools and civic organizations
• Handle confidential employee records and sensitive information with strict discretion
• Maintain compliance with Hy-Vee's dress code, hygiene standards, and all company policies
• Assist in other store areas and take on special projects as needed

You’ll receive direction and support from:

You’ll receive direction and support from: Store Director, Store Manager, and Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home

Your Skills

• Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally with employees and leadership
• Interview, counsel, and advise employees and managers with professionalism and discretion
• Solve practical problems and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Use basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Handle confidential employee records and information with strict discretion
• High school diploma plus 2 to 3 years of HR and accounting coursework required; Hy-Vee experience preferred

Reporting Relationships

Accountable and Reports to: Store Director, Store Manager, and Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home

Direct Reports: All other store positions and any assigned by Store Director

Education and Experience

High school diploma plus 2 to 3 years of HR and accounting coursework required; Hy-Vee experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical activity is incidental to the core duties of the role
• Occasionally walk the floor or facility to observe operations, staff, or product
• Where applicable to the role: ability to occasionally handle product for demonstration purposes
• No regular lifting, carrying, or physical exertion required

Working Environment

This role is performed in a fast-paced store environment. You may occasionally encounter exposure to cleaning chemicals or solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

The anticipated hourly starting wage for this position is $18.00 to $22.50 depending on experience. For information on company benefits visit Benefits | Hy-Vee.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.