Human Resources Manager

Kimberly Casey with Robert Half is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to provide strategic and hands-on leadership for a food manufacturing operation with 200+ employees in Eugene, OR. This position will have one direct report and serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership, helping strengthen employee relations, guide organizational priorities, and support a regulated production environment. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, confidence navigating ambiguity, and the ability to build practical people strategies that support both workforce needs and business goals.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the site’s human resources function by partnering closely with operational leaders to align people practices with business objectives.
• Serve as a key advisor on employee relations matters, addressing workplace concerns, supporting fair resolution processes, and fostering a respectful work environment.
• Build strong relationships across the plant to increase HR presence, credibility, and support for leaders and employees.
• Guide the organization through evolving workforce practices and labor model changes by developing thoughtful plans and helping leaders implement them effectively.
• Provide HR leadership within a unionized or union-active setting, including support for labor-related matters and collaboration with management on workforce issues.
• Oversee core HR operations such as onboarding, benefits administration, and HRIS-related processes to ensure a consistent employee experience.
• Interpret and apply employment law requirements relevant to the operation, helping maintain compliance in a highly regulated environment.
• Assess current HR processes and recommend strategic improvements that strengthen policies, protocols, and long-term organizational effectiveness.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 5 years of progressive human resources leadership experience.
• Prior experience in manufacturing is required; food manufacturing is strongly preferred, and experience in another highly regulated industry may also be considered.
• Demonstrated success working in a unionized or union-related environment.
• Solid knowledge of employment law, including Oregon requirements; comparable California employment law experience may also be considered.
• Proven ability to lead strategically, operate effectively through ambiguity, and translate broad goals into actionable plans.
• Strong background in employee relations and building trusted partnerships with site leadership and employees.
• HR certifications are valued but not required.

Benefits include but not limited to: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, PTO