Human Resources Manager (San Francisco)
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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. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the Apply button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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