Sr. Human Resources Generalist – Onsite Manufacturing

Kraft Heinz, Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Employee assistance program

401k

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kraft Heinz – Holland Factory in Michigan is seeking a Sr. HR Generalist to lead employee relations, retention and day-to-day people strategy on an onsite manufacturing site employing ~330 people.

You will partner with Plant Manager and HR leadership, coaching hourly workforce, building an employer brand, and shaping the employee experience in a seasonally variable production environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of HR experience supporting hourly employees in a manufacturing setting (preferably union)
• Ability to influence senior leadership through data and insights
• Excellent organization and time management in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to lead change
• Spanish bilingual abilities are highly valuable in a diverse workforce

Responsibilities

• Own employee relations, retention, engagement, coaching, and day-to-day people strategy at the Holland site
• Partner with Plant Manager and HR leadership to align on workforce initiatives
• Coach and develop hourly and frontline leaders to improve performance
• Use data and insights to support decision-making and drive transformation at the site

Skills

Employee relations

Coaching hourly workforce

Change management

Communication with leadership

Project management

Strong business acumen

Tools

Workday

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Sr. Human Resources Generalist – Onsite Manufacturing

supporting ourHollandmanufacturinglocation,you'lldrive people initiativesto shape & execute bold people strategies.

The Holland site employs approximately 330 employees in a Union Manufacturing location and is a high visibility site with a large employee population that produces Grey Poupon mustard, Heinz yellow mustard, barbecue sauce, and pickles and supports the Maintenance, Operations, and Materials leaders onsite.

This position requires an Onsite Presence Monday-Friday and might include some work outside of first shift operating hours.

• Be part of a true site transformation. Join
• US as we Grow Greatness in Holland. With a new leadership team, a shared vision, and an exciting path forward, this is an opportunity to help shape what comes next. Bring your talents to a team focused on developing great People, accelerating Performance, and building strong Foundations, with Safety and Quality at the heart of everything we do.
• Make a visible impact on the plant floor. This is a true boots-on-the-ground HR role, working directly with employees and frontline leaders rather than operating from behind a desk. The Sr. HR Generalist will have meaningful ownership of employee relations, retention, engagement, coaching, and day-to-day people strategy.
• Help shape the next chapter of a historic Kraft Heinz facility. The site is approaching its 130-year anniversary and is undergoing a broader effort to strengthen its reputation, community presence, employer brand, and employee experience.
• Support iconic Kraft Heinz brands. The Holland operation produces recognizable products including Grey Poupon, yellow mustard, vinegar, and relish, giving the role a tangible connection to brands consumers know.
• Take on real responsibility from day one. This is a newly created Sr. Generalist position, so the person coming in will have the ability to establish their presence, build relationships, and help define how HR supports the plant moving forward.
• Partner closely with plant leadership. The role will be a key partner to the Plant Manager and HR leadership while also coaching and developing an hourly workforce and frontline leaders.
• Work with a diverse employee population. Approximately 70% of the workforce is Hispanic, making Spanish-language capability extremely valuable. A bilingual HR professional would have an opportunity to build particularly strong employee relationships and trust across the workforce.
• Experience a unique seasonal manufacturing workforce model. The site's seasonality uniqueness brings significant workforce changes and additional labor needs tied to agricultural production, creating exposure to seasonal staffing, workforce planning, onboarding, and retention at scale.
• Build community connections, not just internal HR programs. With the site's anniversary, new leadership, and branding efforts, there is an opportunity to strengthen Holland's relationships within the local community and reposition the facility as an employer of choice.

MinimumRequirements:

• 3+Years of Experiencewithin HR supporting hourly employees within a manufacturing environment (preferably a union site)
• Strong eye for business, project management, and technicalproficiencyin workplace technology and systems (eg.Workday,MS Office Suite,etc)
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and other key customers influencing through data and insights
• Excellent organization and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Stronganalytical andproblem-solvingskills, leadingchangethrough others.
• Adaptability – Maintaining effectiveness in the face of changing priorities and tasks,abilityto manage multiple assignments.

NicetoHave

• Bilingual in English & Spanish
• Strong preference will be given to candidates that are open to Relocation in the future for careergrowthopportunitieswithin KraftHeinz

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range

$77,800.00 - $97,300.00

Bonus:

This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

Benefits:

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing:

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

Benefits

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Holland Factory

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.