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Human Resources Manager, Manufacturing, Lysander, NY 
 
AGRANA Fruit US, Inc., is seeking a Human Resources Manager to manage the Human Resources policies and programs for its Lysander facility, which includes all administrative, legal and policy aspects of employee relations management, training, employment, and plant staffing. 
 
The salary range for this position is between $80000 - $90000 / year. 
 
Agrana Fruit is the world market leader and leading ingredient supplier of fruit preparations in one of the fastest growing segments in the food industry. We specialize in the custom development of stabilized fruit preparations for the refrigerated & frozen dairy, bakery, and food service industries. Every 3rd cup of yogurt worldwide contains fruit from Agrana! 
 
Human Resources Manager Job Responsibilities: 

• Administer and communicate human resources plans and procedures for all plant personnel; assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures as directed by Corporate HR. 

• Administer performance management program for hourly personnel.

• Manage recruitment, selection, and orientation of qualified, non-exempt personnel and temporary employees at Lysander location.

• Conduct new employee orientation programs. 

• Facilitate and provide training for the hourly workforce. Maintain and ensure accuracy of all training records for facility; provide notification of delinquent training. 

• Provide employee relations counseling and investigate and resolve employee relations issues, including complaints and harassment allegations. 

• ​​​​Manage payroll systems and processing for hourly workforce for the Lysander facility. 

• Lead plant Safety Team and manage safety reporting for the facility.

• Plan and execute plant social events, volunteer, and charitable functions; serve as Advisor for Employee Event Team.

Human Resources Manager Job Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or applicable field. 

• PHR or SPHR certification is a plus. 

• Considerable knowledge of employment law, recruitment, employee relations, and training and development. 

• 3-5 years’ progressive experience in Human Resources, in a manufacturing environment (required). 

• Strong administrative and organizational skills. 

• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to work effectively with all levels of employees. 

• Ability to objectively coach employees and management through complex, difficult, and emotional issues. 

• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, Excel, Word, PowerPoint. 

• Ability to convey a positive and professional image to applicants and employees. 

• Experience with HRIS systems and timekeeping systems (required).

Agrana Fruit offers a competitive salary and provides an excellent benefits package. Benefits offered by Agrana are designed to promote wellness and the well-being of every Agrana employee. If interested, email us at bryan.santos@agrana.com or apply today!