Manager, Human Resources

Manager, Human Resources

About Monogram Foods
A leading food manufacturer, Monogram Foods specializes in delivering your favorite foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor. We specialize in co-manufacturing, private label, and food service solutions, offering a diverse range of products including appetizers, meat snacks, sandwiches, bacon, corn dogs, and baked goods.

Established in 2004 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Monogram Foods has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. With over 4,000 team members across 12 locations in seven states, our unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for quality drives everything we do.

Our dedication extends beyond our products to giving back to local communities. Through the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, we strive to "make it better" for children and families, embodying our core values and creating lasting, meaningful change. 

Our Culture Is Our Secret Ingredient
At Monogram Foods, we're more than a food company—we're a passionate team dedicated to creating America's most beloved foods and making an impact in the communities where we operate. 

We value the dedication of our team members and are committed to fostering a fun, supportive work environment. We prioritize recognition, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging because we know that when our team is at its best, we can deliver our best to customers. Here you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Plus, our inclusive culture—grounded in our company values—celebrates diversity and respects the unique perspectives of our team members. 

So, if you're hungry for a rewarding career, join our team and let's cook up something extraordinary together.

Position Overview:
The Human Resources Manager is expected to oversee the implementation of all HR processes at assigned plant(s), including, but not limited to, talent acquisition, employee payroll management, HR policy development and implementation, management guidance, conflict resolution, and aligning HR department goals with the overall company goals. This role will ensure that all HR policies and procedures adhere to all relevant state and federal employment laws. This position has several direct reports and will provide overall leadership for a team. The qualified individual should have significant previous experience of working in a Human Resource department in a business environment and should have a strong knowledge of all HR operational practices and procedures, as well as the relevant laws and regulations. The individual should have the ability to help resolve issues that arise within a plant to the satisfaction of all parties. 
 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the HR function and oversee all HR operations and processes within the plant(s). 
• Recruit, select, orient, train, appraise, and manage team members.
• Provide guidance and recommendations for problem resolution to team members, supervisors, and management.
• Apply and ensure adherence to all HR policies. 
• Meet with team members to listen to concerns and to provide one-on-one assistance. 
• Partner with management to resolve employee relations issues, providing coaching and counseling to management and staff. 
• Oversee the plant’s employment compensation and benefits programs. 
• Devise and implement events to improve team engagement. 
• Oversee the payroll function and serve as backup to the payroll administrator. 
• Develop and distribute reports as requested.  
• Work with staffing agencies as required. 
• Monitor and review staffing, collaborating with colleagues on recruitment planning and leading communications and decisions related to staffing.
• Aid with the staff onboarding process
• Oversee the pay increase, vacation, and terminations processes. 
• Oversee the activities of more junior staff members. 
• Participate in the strategic planning and continuous improvement of the department and company. 
• Complete administrative tasks and attend meetings as required. 
• Work with day-to-day requests, challenges, and needs from team leaders and members across the organization.
• Collaborate across HR and business units as necessary to meet the company’s needs. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.
 

The ideal candidate will have the following:

Education and Experience:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, or a related field is required.
Preferred Education: SHRM or PHR certification is preferred. 
Preferred Experience: Three or more years of experience in Human Resources, including experience in a multi-shift manufacturing environment. 

Competencies and Skills:

• Knowledge of relevant employment laws. 
• Understanding of labor relations. 
• Knowledge of the functional areas of HR. 
• Proficiency in using a variety of computer software, including Microsoft Excel.  
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, along with good active listening skills.
• Good critical thinking abilities. 
• Ability to prioritize and delegate.
• Sound leadership and managerial skills.  
• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.    
• Ability to work well across all levels of the organization, and to communicate effectively with individuals from different cultures, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. 
• Strong perceptiveness, emotional intelligence, and social awareness. 
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Attention to detail.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time in front of a computer. 
• Ability to move about the facility on a regular basis to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting items of up to 50 lbs. unassisted, bending, standing, climbing or walking.
• Visual and hearing acuity.
• May have to occasionally work over 40 hours and on weekends.

NOTE: Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.