Manager Human Resources - Manufacturing

HARIBO of America, Inc.; Pleasant Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HARIBO of America, Inc. in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, is seeking a Human Resources Manager - Manufacturing to lead HR for our gummi candy facility. This on-site role anchors the Plant Leadership Team, providing strategic direction while supporting associates and leaders daily.

You will partner with Operations and the HR team to strengthen capability, drive engagement, and ensure compliant, values-driven people practices that enable sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in manufacturing or high-volume environments.
• Experience with state and federal employment laws (ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA) and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to Plant Leadership Team providing strategic HR guidance.
• Lead organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning and talent strategies for site growth.
• Coach leaders to build high-performing, accountable teams.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to attract, hire and onboard hourly and salaried talent; drive engagement and attendance.
• Monitor HR metrics (turnover, engagement, staffing, absenteeism) to inform decisions.
• Lead the on-site HR team to deliver service and business partnership.

Skills

Employee Relations

Analytical Thinking

Operational Mindset

Adaptability

Communication

Leadership Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / related field

Tools

HRIS

Data analytics

Job description

Start: immediately in Pleasant Prairie, WI / United States

Permanent position, Full-time

At HARIBO, we’re passionate about creating Childlike Happiness through our iconic brand and that starts with creating an exceptional experience for our associates. We are looking for a people-focused, business minded Human Resources Manager to lead HR at our manufacturing facility in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. The Human Resources Manager - Manufacturing is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by building strong leaders, developing talent, fostering an engaging culture, and partnering with operations to deliver outstanding business results.

Located on-site at our manufacturing plant in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, as a key member of the Plant Leadership Team, you'll serve as the senior HR leader for our gummi candy manufacturing facility in Wisconsin, providing strategic direction while remaining hands-on in supporting our associates and leaders every day.

The Human Resources Manager – Manufacturing will partner closely with on-site Manufacturing Operations and the broader Human Resources team to strengthen organizational capability, drive engagement, support business transformation, and ensure our people practices reflect both compliance and our HARIBO values. As the senior HR leader for the site, you'll help create an environment where associates can thrive while supporting operational excellence and sustainable business growth.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Business Partnership -
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner to the Plant (factory) Leadership Team while providing strategic HR guidance
  • Lead organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent strategies that prepare the site for future growth
• Leadership Development & Talent –
  • Coach leaders at every level to build high-performing, accountable teams
• Associate Relations & Culture –
  • Promote a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace where every associate feels valued
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning –
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition to attract, hire, and onboard exceptional hourly and salaried talent.
  • Support initiatives that improve engagement, attendance, and workforce stability.
• HR Operations & Compliance-
  • Monitor HR metrics including turnover, engagement, staffing, absenteeism, and other workforce trends to drive informed business decisions.
• Lead the factory HR Team –
  • Inspire, coach, and develop the site Human Resources team to deliver exceptional service and business partnership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably supporting manufacturing, supply chain, warehouse, distribution, plant operations or other high-volume production environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or related field or equivelent work experience accepted
• Working knowledge of HRIS systems, workforce planning tools, and data analytics
• Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal employment laws, including ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, and related regulations
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• Ability to lead, direct, and hold others accountable to HARIBO’s high standards

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
• Experience implementing HR processes in union and non‑union environments
• Experience supporting continuous improvement, safety culture, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Experience developing and facilitating training programs for plant / factory leaders and frontline employees
• Experience supporting manufacturing plants or high‑volume production environments within the consumer packaged goods industry
• Demonstrated business acumen with the ability to understand operational drivers and support plant leadership.
• Spanish language proficiency

Skills & Attributes

• Employee Relations Expertise — Addresses complex issues with fairness, consistency, and legal compliance
• Analytical Thinking — Uses data to diagnose issues, identify trends, and recommend solutions.
• Operational Mindset — Understands manufacturing, staffing needs, and production‑driven priorities.
• Adaptability — Thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment with shifting priorities.
• Communication Excellence — Clear, concise, and effective communicator across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to manage complex, sensitive, and confidential issues with discretion and sound judgment
• Ability to train, coach, and develop leaders and employees to ensure compliance and strengthen capability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong decision‑making, problem‑solving, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated business acumen with the ability to understand operational drivers and support plant leadership

HARIBO of America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment at HARIBO of America, Inc. is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, including protected veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. HARIBO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also HARIBO’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

HARIBO is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans. If you need an accommodation to assist with completing the electronic application, please contact the location for which you are applying and ask to speak with the human resources representative or email [e-mail].