Human Resources Manager

Jobot; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead human resources for our high-volume, 24/7 food and beverage manufacturing operation in Lathrop, California. You will be the primary HR leader, partnering with plant leadership and the corporate HR team to shape the employee experience and drive organizational performance.

This role offers ownership with the resources of a broader corporate HR organization, exposure to plant and executive leadership, and the opportunity to influence culture,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience.
• 3+ years leading HR professionals.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Deep knowledge of California labor and employment law.
• Experience in food & beverage or fast-paced regulated environment.
• HRIS experience; Paylocity is a plus.
• PHR/SPHR/SHRM certifications a plus.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the onsite HR team, setting expectations and building a high-performing HR function.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership on employee relations, performance, workforce planning, and organizational risk.
• Lead complex employee relations matters and workplace investigations with sound judgment, objectivity, and confidentiality.
• Serve as the site's HR expert on California employment law, including wage and hour requirements, FEHA, CFRA, PDL, PAGA, meal/rest periods, and applicable Wage Orders.
• Coach managers through performance management, corrective action, employee development, and difficult people decisions.
• Oversee leaves and accommodations in partnership with third-party resources, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, FEHA, and the interactive process.
• Partner with legal counsel on employment claims, investigations, and pre-litigation matters.
• Lead and support recruiting for hourly and salaried talent across the facility.
• Use HR metrics and workforce trends to identify issues, recommend solutions, and help leaders make better decisions.
• Drive consistent HR policies, training, compliance, and best practices throughout the plant.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

HR Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business

HR certifications (PHR/SPHR/SHRM)

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

HR Manager | High-Impact Plant Leadership Role | $125K–$150K + Bonus

Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR for our high-volume, 24/7 food and beverage manufacturing operation in Lathrop, California.

This isn’t an HR role where you’ll be sitting on the sidelines. You’ll be the primary HR leader for the facility, partnering directly with plant leadership and the corporate HR team to shape the employee experience, strengthen the organization, develop leaders, and help the operation perform at its best.

Why join us?

• This is an opportunity to take real ownership of HR at a major manufacturing operation while still having the partnership and resources of a broader corporate HR organization.
• You’ll have direct exposure to plant and executive leadership, the ability to influence how the facility operates, and the opportunity to make a visible impact on culture, leadership, compliance, talent, and employee experience.

Not local to the area? This is why you should consider Lathrop:

Located at the crossroads of I-5, I-205 and Highway 120, Lathrop is one of Northern California's fastest-growing communities, offering convenient access to Tracy, Manteca, Stockton and the greater East Bay. The area combines rapidly expanding residential communities, new schools, parks and waterfront recreation with a more attainable cost of living than much of the Bay Area.

Benefits:

• Relocation expense reimbursement

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the onsite HR team, setting expectations and building a high-performing HR function.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership on employee relations, performance, workforce planning, and organizational risk.
• Lead complex employee relations matters and workplace investigations with sound judgment, objectivity, and confidentiality.
• Serve as the site's HR expert on California employment law, including wage and hour requirements, FEHA, CFRA, PDL, PAGA, meal/rest periods, and applicable Wage Orders.
• Coach managers through performance management, corrective action, employee development, and difficult people decisions.
• Oversee leaves and accommodations in partnership with third-party resources, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, FEHA, and the interactive process.
• Partner with legal counsel on employment claims, investigations, and pre-litigation matters.
• Lead and support recruiting for hourly and salaried talent across the facility.
• Use HR metrics and workforce trends to identify issues, recommend solutions, and help leaders make better decisions.
• Drive consistent HR policies, training, compliance, and best practices throughout the plant.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive HR leadership experience
• 3+ years leading HR professionals
• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Deep knowledge of California labor and employment law — this is essential
• Strong experience handling complex employee relations issues and investigations
• The ability to build credibility with everyone from hourly employees to senior leadership
• Experience in food & beverage, manufacturing, or another fast-paced regulated environment strongly preferred
• HRIS experience; Paylocity is a plus
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus

Because this is a 24/7 manufacturing operation, you'll also need the flexibility to occasionally support employees and leaders outside traditional business hours.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.