Human Resources Manager (San Francisco)

Jobot
San Francisco, CA
HR Manager - Leader in Food/Beverage Industry for over 30 years

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jamal Elkhateib
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Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

For nearly a century, we’ve been crafting premium products that bring people together. Rooted in tradition yet driven by creativity, our team combines time-honored techniques with bold ideas to deliver unforgettable taste experiences. From our humble beginnings as a neighborhood delicatessen to becoming a trusted name in all major retail chains, we’ve grown by staying true to what matters most: quality, integrity, and family values.

Why join us?

Competitive Compensation
Stability with incredible growth options
Profit-Sharing Incentives—Fully vested after 5 years!
100% Paid Benefits
Annual bonus
Collaborative Company Culture

Job Details

The HR Manager serves as the key HR leader for the plant, responsible for overseeing employee relations, labor relations, talent management, staffing, training, compliance, and HR operations. This role requires a strong leader who can balance people-first support with consistent application of policies, labor contracts, and regulatory requirements in a unionized food production setting.

Key Responsibilities
1. Employee & Labor Relations

Serve as the primary HR contact for a union workforce of approximately 120 employees.
Interpret and apply the collective bargaining agreement (CBA), ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance.
Coach supervisors and managers on labor relations, performance management, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
Manage grievance procedures, investigations, and corrective actions in partnership with union representatives.
Promote a positive workplace culture while maintaining strong relationships with both hourly and leadership teams.

2. Staffing, Recruiting & Onboarding

Lead full-cycle recruiting for production, maintenance, sanitation, and leadership roles.
Ensure staffing levels support production demands and minimize overtime or downtime.
Manage onboarding, orientation, and training programs to ensure employee readiness and retention.
Partner with department leaders to develop workforce planning strategies.

3. HR Compliance & Reporting

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws (FLSA, OSHA, FMLA, ADA, EEO, etc.).
Maintain accurate HRIS data, personnel files, employee records, and reporting.
Oversee and ensure adherence to GMPs, food safety policies, and plant safety requirements.
Support audits, inspections, and documentation needed for USDA/OSHA/SQF/BRC compliance.

4. Performance Management & Training

Coordinate performance review processes and assist managers with coaching and development plans.
Identify training needs and organize skills development, safety training, and leadership programs.
Assist in developing and implementing employee engagement and retention initiatives.

5. Benefits, Payroll & HR Operations

Partner with corporate HR/payroll teams to ensure accurate weekly payroll for union employees.
Support benefits enrollment, workers’ compensation cases, leave of absence administration, and return-to-work programs.
Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures.

6. Strategy & Continuous Improvement

Lead HR initiatives that support plant goals related to productivity, safety, culture, and employee experience.
Use data-driven insights to improve retention, reduce absenteeism, and strengthen workforce planning.
Drive continuous improvement in HR processes, onboarding, communication, and employee support.

Qualifications

5+ years of HR experience in manufacturing (food or USDA-regulated highly preferred).
Strong experience working with or managing a union workforce preferred.
Knowledge of labor laws, OSHA, GMPs, and HR best practices.
Strong communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
Experience with HRIS systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in food manufacturing, meat processing, beverage, or CPG operations.
Prior involvement in collective bargaining, negotiations, or labor strategy.
HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP).
Bilingual English/Spanish is a strong plus.

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Posted 2026-04-09

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