Human Resources Manager

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• Posted: April 24,2025
  
  

SkyWater Search Partners is partnering with a privately held food manufacturing company located in Fosston, MN to find their next HR Manager. This is a unique opportunity for a well-rounded HR professional to step into a stand-alone, broad-based generalist position. This HR Manager will serve as the go-to people leader, driving consistency, compliance, and culture across the business. This is an on-site position requiring 4 days/week in office and the ideal candidate is someone who can operate independently and serve as a compassionate, approachable partner to the entire team.

Responsibilities

• Full-cycle recruitment and onboarding, especially for high-turnover production roles.
• Manage employee relations, act as a coach and advisor to employees and supervisors.
• Administer benefits programs, partnering with external brokers.
• Oversee payroll preparation and timecard reviews (payroll processed externally).
• Lead compliance and reporting efforts including Affirmative Action Plans, OSHA, and EEO-1.
• Manage workers’ compensation and unemployment claims.
• Maintain and revise company policies, including the employee handbook.
• Coordinate training, performance review processes, and employee engagement efforts.
• Promote and oversee workplace safety and ensure regulatory adherence.
  
  

Desired Skills And Experience

• 3 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of employment law, benefits administration, and safety compliance.
• Comfortable operating as a party-of-one HR department.
• Highly approachable and people-centered, with a passion for building culture.
• Experience with Kronos or similar timekeeping systems is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).