Senior HR Generalist
At a glance
Senior HR Business Partner & Generalist role at Conagra Brands (Careers US). Oakdale · full-time · $82,000–$120,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Advise plant leaders on employee and labor matters, staffing plans, performance issues and employee development
- Investigate workplace concerns, resolve conflicts, recommend corrective steps and explain how policies apply
- Handle contract administration and labor issues while coaching leaders through labor relations
- Coordinate hiring, onboarding, retention, succession planning and employee engagement
- Review workforce data, recommend actions and help keep people practices aligned with laws, agreements and company policy
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in human resources, business or a related discipline
- At least five years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing or plant setting
- Hands-on background in employee and labor relations, workplace investigations and performance management
- Knowledge of employment law, labor practices and HR compliance, plus experience with Workday or a comparable HRIS
Who this fits
This senior role suits an HR professional who can earn leaders’ trust, influence decisions and coordinate across functions while juggling priorities in a production setting. You’ll work regularly at the Oakdale manufacturing facility, where site visits can involve walking, stairs or ladders, lifting, repetitive tasks, moving equipment, temperature variation and noise.
From the employer
Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, you will serve as a key HR partner onsite for the Oakdale manufacturing facility. You will support employee and labor relations, talent management, compliance, and workforce initiatives while partnering closely with plant leadership to drive business results and foster a positive employee experience in a fast-paced production environment.
A Taste of Your Responsibilities
- Partner with plant leaders on employee relations, labor relations, workforce planning, performance management, and talent development.
- Lead workplace investigations, conflict resolution, corrective actions, and policy interpretation.
- Support labor relations activities, including contract administration, issue resolution, and leadership coaching.
- Drive recruiting, onboarding, retention, succession planning, and employee engagement efforts.
- Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence and cross-functional partners, including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, Finance, and Legal.
- Analyze workforce data and provide insights and recommendations to support business decisions.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, company policies, and HR programs.
Ingredients Required for Your Success
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
- 5+ years of Human Resources experience, preferably within a manufacturing or plant environment.
- Experience supporting employee relations, labor relations, workplace investigations, and performance management.
- Working knowledge of employment laws, labor practices, and HR compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to build credibility, influence leaders, and develop strong cross-functional partnerships.
- Experience with HRIS platforms, including Workday or similar systems, and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong analytical, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.
Physical Requirements
More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role requires regular presence in our manufacturing facility. When visiting plant operations, the physical requirements below may apply:
- Walk throughout the facility, climb stairs or ladders, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks requiring hand-eye coordination.
- Lift or carry materials that vary in weight and size.
- Work in a manufacturing environment with large moving equipment, varying temperatures, and elevated noise levels.
Compensation
Pay Range:$82,000-$120,000The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.
Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities
Our Company
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.