Human Resources Manager

conagrabrands; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Bonus opportunity

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Conagra Brands is seeking an onsite senior HR leader for our large manufacturing facility in Council Bluffs, IA. You will guide workforce strategy, employee engagement, labor relations, and organizational effectiveness while partnering with plant leadership to drive performance.

You will lead HR teams, mentor leaders, and leverage data to inform decisions in a fast-paced production setting. Onsite 5 days per week with relocation support provided where applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• Experience leading HR teams in a large manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of labor relations and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience using HRIS and data to inform decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR strategy and workforce initiatives for a 500+ employee plant.
• Develop talent management, succession planning, and performance processes.
• Coach leaders on organizational effectiveness and change management.
• Oversee labor relations activities and relationship with unions.
• Partner with recruiting to support talent acquisition and retention.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Executive presence

Communication skills

Labor relations

Employee engagement

Leadership

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Workday

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, you will serve as the onsite strategic Human Resources leader for our large manufacturing facility in Council Bluffs, Iowa, providing guidance on workforce, organizational, talent, employee relations, and labor relations matters. You will partner closely with plant leadership to drive organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, culture initiatives, and business performance while maintaining a visible presence throughout the facility. You will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization, balancing strategic thinking with operational execution to create a safe, engaged, and high-performing workplace.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead Human Resources partner to plant leadership, providing strategic guidance on workforce, organizational, talent, employee, and labor relations matters.
• Lead and develop a team of Human Resources professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish a strong floor presence, building credibility and relationships with employees, supervisors, and leaders across all shifts.
• Lead labor relations activities and provide guidance on labor-related matters.
• Partner with operations leaders to proactively address employee relations matters , improve engagement, and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Drive talent management processes including succession planning, leadership development, and performance management.
• Coach and influence leaders at all levels on employee development, organizational effectiveness, change management, and leadership capability.
• Partner with Recruiting to support talent acquisition needs, onboarding, and retention strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and employment regulations while minimizing organizational risk.
• Lead compensation, salary planning, culture assessment, and organizational development initiatives.
• Use Human Resources metrics and workforce analytics to identify trends, make recommendations, and support business decision-making.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive Human Resources experience within a large manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience leading and developing Human Resources teams.
• Human Resources experience within a large manufacturing environment, including labor relations and support of facilities with 500+ employees.
• Experience leading organizational change, talent strategy, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Strong employee relations background with experience resolving complex workplace issues.
• Demonstrated success building trust and credibility through a visible, hands-on leadership style and employee engagement.
• Knowledge of labor law, ERISA, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Department of Labor, and other employment regulations.
• Experience using Workday or other Human Resources information systems and leveraging data to support decision-making.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proven success influencing senior leaders through strong executive presence, sound judgment, and business acumen while effectively leading through ambiguity and change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Onsite 5 days per week

Relocation assistance is available for this role, if applicable.

Physical Requirements

More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply:

You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination.

You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size.

This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment. Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.

Compensation

Pay Range:$109,000-$159,000

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee's actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees' equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental lea