Rich's, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4billion, Rich's is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich's-Infinite Possibilities. One Family.
Purpose Statement
The HR Manager is an Associate Experience Network business partner with primary responsibility to drive the holistic development and optimization of the human capital within the defined manufacturing site (People Pillar Owner). In this role, you will be member of the site steering team activating AEN Centers of Excellence programs, and standup site Total Productive Manufacturing Pillar systems in accordance with the TPM pillar playbook and the site's current assessed maturity phase. This includes overseeing Associate Learning and Development, Leadership Development, High-Performance Team Development, and ongoing Organizational Effectiveness Assessments.
This position will play a crucial role coordinating with AEN Centers of Excellence, Enterprise Service Organization and field partners to deploy Enterprise programs and TPM People Pillar systems. The role will be critical to build and maintain positive relationships with factory associates, when required, addressing and resolving, on an exception basis associate concerns, conflicts, and grievances in collaboration with Ops Excellence CoE.
This role is based in our facility in Niles, Illinois.
Key Accountabilities and Outcomes
* Associate Learning and Development:
o Collaborate with subject matter experts to identify skill gaps and create targeted training programs.
o Utilize defined learning methodologies and technologies to enhance the effectiveness of learning initiatives.
o Monitor and evaluate the impact of learning programs on individual and organizational performance.
* Leadership Development:
o Implement leadership development programs to cultivate a pipeline of capable leaders.
o Provide coaching and mentoring support to leaders, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and growth.
o Evaluate CoE development programs and adjust strategies to meet evolving site needs.
* High-Performance Team Development:
o Facilitate the creation and development of high-performance teams within the manufacturing site.
o Implement team-building activities, workshops, and interventions to enhance collaboration and productivity.
o Monitor team dynamics and provide guidance to resolve conflicts and improve team effectiveness.
o Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and track team performance over time.
* Organizational Effectiveness Assessment: (ODM)
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and implement strategic changes.
o Analyze data and metrics to provide insights into organizational health and recommend interventions as needed.
o Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and implementing best practices.
* Pillar Board Development:
o Establish and lead a Pillar Board comprising key stakeholders from various functions.
o Collaborate with the Pillar Board Owner to define strategic objectives, goals, and key performance indicators for each pillar.
o Regularly report progress and updates to the overall leadership team.
o Establish and maintain robust governance structures for each pillar, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes.
o Regularly engage with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, to align pillar activities with overall business objectives.
o Adhere to and promote ethical and compliance standards in all aspects of pillar management
* Associate Relations, Policy Adherence
o Address and resolve associate concerns, conflicts, and grievances as required or escalated from Operations Excellence CoE
o Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations.
o Provide guidance and collaborate with steering team, AEN CoE's and management on HR-related regulations.
* Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Required:
* 5 - 10 years' experience in HR, with recent experience in a similar HR Manager/Business Partner role.
* Proven experience in HR leadership roles with a focus on learning and development, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.
* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and challenges.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to influence.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
* Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, driving continuous improvement and contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing site.
Preferred:
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.
* Experience in Labor Relations
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COMPENSATION
In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.
Annual Range/Hourly Rate
$106,128.00-$159,192.00
Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich's. Please contact Rich's Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.