Who are we:

• We're a growing company in an essential sector - agriculture!
• We provide our customers with poultry, swine, and dairy feeds, performance ingredient solutions, conventional and specialty eggs, grain, fertilizer, and allied services in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
• We've grown steadily since 1944 from a single location to ten feed milling locations in two states.
• 1000 team members now call The Wenger Group home.
• We provide ample room for career growth and advancement.
• Additional information can be found at our web site: https://www.thewengergroup.com

What will you do:

The HR Manager will be a strategic partner to Leidy's leadership team. This role will partner with Corporate HR and will be responsible for the onsite oversight and execution of HR initiatives for multiple Leidy's locations including but not limited to recruiting, employee relations, performance management, employee development, employee engagement, retention, compliance, project management and data analytics. This role will partner with Corporate HR to ensure appropriate adherence, alignment and execution of Company policies, processes, and procedures.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

HR Excellence

• Maintain strong relationships with internal customers and support team in building and establishing relationships to foster a positive work environment and drive culture initiatives
• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of the organization in conjunction with providing and presenting KPIs to make data-driven decisions
• Oversee human resource compliance efforts by ensuring consistent adherence to guidelines, policies, and procedures

Engagement and Influence

• Work as a team player as part of the HR team and designated Business Unit - consistently model company core values of Integrity, Respect, Quality, Safety, and Stewardship
• Execute employee engagement planning process and administration
• Create, lead and maintain engagement plans and planning
• Ensure HR team promotes positive employee relations through proactive employee communication, prompt issue resolution, and fair and equitable policy administration
• Positively influence and impact the organization by providing HR expertise and innovative solutions

Strategic Initiatives

• Act as a member of the Leidy's Leadership Team
• Present key HR metrics and KPIs at leadership meetings
• Serve as a trusted advisor with senior management and an advocate for team members
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR team to develop solutions, programs, and policies
• Act as a catalyst for change and serve as a champion to promote and drive cultural initiatives
• Provide guidance and input to business and HR leadership
• Consult with functional leadership on comprehensive workforce planning

Quality Delivery

• Implement administrative procedures and execute improvements through human resources and other areas
• Perform routine tasks required to administer and execute human resources processes and procedures including but not limited to compensation, benefits, leave of absence, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, performance and talent management, productivity, recognition, engagement, training, and development.
• Leverage and educate team members on available technology, shared services, HR services and procedures to meet internal customer needs
• Ensure adherence to Wenger policies, methods, and disciplines

Other duties as assigned

Who are you:

• Bachelor's degree in business or human resources, or related experience
• A minimum of 5 years of human resources experience and 3 years in leadership roles
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Food production or agriculture industry experience desired
• SHRM or HRCI certification
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Demonstrated proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite required
• Previous experience working in an HRIS system
• Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal
• Demonstrated community involvement desired
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage time well and meet deadlines as required
• Proven ability to take ownership of work with a sense of urgency, enthusiasm, commitment, and persistence in the face of obstacles or adversity
• Basic understanding of state and federal HR laws

Physical Job Requirements

• Willing and able to travel to company locations
• Flexibility to be present and available for off-shift hours when necessary
• Ability to work from a food production environment when required
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs at times

Benefits you will have:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Hams and Turkeys
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wenger Scholarship Program
• Uniform and/or Corporate Wear
• Tool and Boot Allowances
• Recognition Awards
• Employee Perks Program
• Training & Development Opportunities
• Celebratory giveaways throughout the year
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Annual bonus based on the achievement of business goals.