Sr. Manager, Human Resources

6 days ago

Fairfield, CA, United States Ferrara Full time
Work Location: Fairfield

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Want to make an impact?

The Sr. Human Resources Manager will be responsible for leading the people strategy and operations for the Ferrara - Fairfield site, Home of Jelly Belly. This includes maintaining and enhancing the People and Organization team by planning, implementing, and evaluating integration plans, business strategies, labor relations, employee relations, recruitment and human resources policies, programs, and practices. The Sr. Human Resources Manager also leads change and improvement in bottom-line results and implements corporate organizational initiatives and programs with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.

This role with report to the VP, HR - Manufacturing. Expected travel will be ~15%.

Ways you will make a difference

  • Leads and develops the site People & Organization team, including strategic workforce planning, budget management, performance management, and all other responsibilities associated with functional leadership while leveraging the Talent Acquisition, Learning and Development, and Total Rewards teams as needed.
  • Partners with employees at all levels in the site office, visitor center, warehouse, and manufacturing plant to provide expertise and counseling for all people related needs.
  • Establishes and maintains a positive employee relations environment at the facility, implement and consistently administer policies and procedures, develop and implement Issue Resolution Process, participate in local HR/management organizations.
  • Partners with the plant management team to develop and communicate the Plant’s strategic plan, culture, and goals.
  • Communicates benefits program, enroll new hires, assist with annual open enrollment, issue resolution, and answer benefit questions and concerns.
  • Leads the plant management team on HR processes including workforce planning, annual reviews, performance/succession planning, compensation administration, organizational change and effectiveness, and onboarding.
Skills that will make you successful
  • Demonstrated success translating business strategies into organizational and HR strategies and actions.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage teams.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and influence across multiple levels and functions and various group sizes.
  • Comfortable working in ambiguous business situations.
  • Expertise in leading change management processes.
  • Experience with most, or all, of the core aspects of human resource management - e.g., staffing, employee relations, performance management, leadership development, training, retention and engagement.
  • Expertise in providing insightful HR consultation to leaders and employees.
  • Ability to objectively coach, influence, and mentor employees and management through complex or difficult issues.
  • Courage to make tough decisions and deliver difficult messages with professionalism and poise.
  • Proven ability to make quick and accurate decisions to solve a problem or reach a goal.
  • Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work effectively under pressure and deal with multiple priorities.
Experiences that will support your success
  • BA/BS Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or directly related discipline
  • SHRM Certification preferred
  • Ideal candidate will have 3 plus years of professional level Manager experience in Human Resource
  • Prior experience leadership with site, process and organization integration post merger or acquisition
  • Experience leading or supporting high volume, full-cycle staffing for hourly employees in a 24 hour facility
  • Knowledge of employment law and practices required
  • Strong prioritization, organizational and communication skills with a high degree of professionalism, integrity, and service orientation
  • Must maintain the integrity and confidentiality of employee data
  • Advanced skills with MS Word, MS Excel, SuccessFactors and ADP preferred.
  • Bi-lingual, English/Spanish is a plus


What We Offer

At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $112,425 to $157,395 annually.

Ferrara’s success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people. A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities. Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company. Learn more at www.ferrara.com or www.linkedin.com/company/ferrara- .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Nearest Major Market: Sacramento
Nearest Secondary Market: Fairfield

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