Plant HR Business Partner

TITLE:PlantHRBusiness Partner

LOCATION:Onsite in Oswego,IL5days/week

COMP RANGE:   $87,000- $115,000/yearplus bonus

Custom Culinary, a subsidiary of Griffith Foods,is hiringaPlantHRBusiness PartnertosupporttheOswego, ILmanufacturingfacility,a site with approximately60employees.In this role, youwill bea trusted member of the Oswego Leadership Team, partnering with the Plant Manager, Operations Manager, and Supervisors to drive HR programs, align operational goals, and build an inclusive culture.

This is an opportunity to make a visible impact by connecting HR with day-to-day operations and partner directly with plant leaders to align operational goals, and build an inclusive culture for hourly production associates, leading to an engaged workforce that contributes directly to the organization’s productionand growth objectives.You willhave the opportunity to be the trusted first point of contact for HR needs across theOswegosite, own important HR processes, and make a real impact on a thriving, multi-shift workforce.

AsaPlant HR Business Partner,your responsibilitieswill include:

• Partneringwith departmental and business leaders on strategic initiatives, including organizational engagement and culture, business transformation and restructures, workforce planning, performance management, career pathing, and succession planning

• Collaboratingwith leaders toidentifytraining needs, ensure completion of required training, and support leadership, and development

• Recommendingtraining programs and partner with the HR Director and regional Talent Management Team on career development tools, competency matrices, leadership programs, HR orientation, and the annual performance review process

• Workingclosely with management and employees to improve work relationships, strengthen morale, increase productivity, and enhance retention

• Providingguidance and coaching to associates and leadersregardingengagement, performance management, talent assessment, career development, and retention strategies

• Leadingthe off-boarding process, conductingexit interviews,identifyingtrends, and recommendingimprovements

• Administerthe end-to-end process for FMLA, short-term disability, workers’ compensation, and leave-of-absence claims in partnership with team members and supervisors, ensuring compliance with facility OSHA requirements.

• Conductnew hireonboarding, both virtually and in person, and processing all documentsfor new team members for Oswego, IL

ThePlant HRBusiness Partnerposition is well suited for youif you:

• Thrive in manufacturing environments, staying close to the people, operations, and decisions that keep the business moving.

• Build trust with leaders, managers, and employees, influencing decisions without losing credibility

• Champion employee well-being, fairness, and engagement whilemaintainingcompliance

• Can articulate complex HR concepts clearly to non-HR audiences, and present data-driven recommendations

• Interpret and communicate policy changes and updates across the organization through effective change management processes

• Enjoyresolvingemployee relations issues, providing coaching and guidance to associates and leaders,conducting thorough, objective investigations

Qualified candidates willhave:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communication, OrganizationalLeadership,or related field.

• At least 5 yearsof progressive HR experiencein warehouse,logistics, or manufacturing.

• Current location within a commutable distance to Oswego, Illinois. Relocation support is not available.

• Willingness to be onsite5daysa weekinOswego, Illinois.

• Candidates mustcurrentlypossessunrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

What will set you apart:

• Experience withWorkday HCMsystem

• Experience in the food/CPGindustry

• Bilingual inSpanish

• SPHR certificate

This role is affiliated with the Oswego, IL location.Candidates for this role need toresidewithin a commutable distance of that location and will beto come into that location 5 days per week. You may be asked to travel to other locations periodically for meetings, including the Lombard,IL,and Avon, OH facilities.