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Niagara Bottling

Bottled beverages for retailers and brands

Human Resources Manager - Manufacturing

HR Generalist & Employee RelationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBloomfield, CT, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 6 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
  • At least 6 years of experience in the position.
  • At least 4 years of experience managing people or projects.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or another related field.
  • Native or bilingual language proficiency is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure policies, procedures, and reporting are compliant.
  • Recruit, interview, and select employees to fill vacant positions.
  • Conduct new employee orientations to foster positive attitudes toward company goals.
  • Participate in the safety committee and conduct facility walkthroughs to identify safety issues.
  • Work with management and senior HR to resolve employee relations issues appropriately.
  • Assist with investigations of employee relations issues.
  • Respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Administer the performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and equity within the organization.
  • Ensure the plant complies with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
  • Assist management with union avoidance activities.
  • Conduct training when requested.
  • Investigate accidents and prepare reports for the insurance carrier.
  • Lead monthly employee listening sessions.
  • Enter new hire paperwork and status changes into the human resources information system (HRIS).
  • Perform the initial review and submission of payroll.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
  • Manage a safe working environment, document safety-related training, and communicate safety incidents.
  • Provide strategic input and oversight to departmental projects.
  • Make data-driven decisions and develop sustainable solutions.
  • Reduce costs and manage timelines while prioritizing long-term impact.
  • Prioritize overall company success over department or individual success in decision-making.
  • Lead and facilitate discussions to achieve positive customer outcomes.
  • Make strategic decisions that prioritize customer needs over departmental or individual goals.
  • Evaluate existing programs and processes and develop initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Create, monitor, and respond to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
  • Communicate a clear vision, organize resources, and adjust strategy when managing change.
  • Analyze and synthesize complex information.
  • Delegate technical tasks to subordinates.
  • Work with departments, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational success.
  • Identify strategic opportunities for collaboration.
  • Make hiring decisions primarily based on culture fit and attitude, and secondarily on technical expertise.
  • Engage in long-term talent planning.
  • Provide development opportunities for all direct reports.
  • Understand, identify, and address conflict within the team and between teams.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least 10 years of experience in the field or a similar manufacturing environment.
  • At least 10 years of experience working in the position.
  • At least 6 years of experience managing people or projects.
  • A Master's degree in Business Administration or another related field.
  • PHR or SPHR certification.

About the Company

Niagara Bottling

Bottled beverages for retailers and brands

Niagara Bottling is a U.S.-based beverage manufacturer that makes and bottles a variety of drinks—bottled water, sparkling water, teas, sports drinks, and non-dairy milks—and also produces private-label beverages for grocery, club, and wholesale customers. Its operations cover the end-to-end process of making, bottling, and packaging beverages for brands and retailers to sell to consumers. The company differs from many competitors by being family-owned since 1963 and by prioritizing direct service, competitive pricing, and a broad product lineup alongside a focus on reliability and sustainability. Its goal is to be a dependable partner that delivers high-quality beverages efficiently while reducing environmental impact.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Diamond Bar, CA
Founded
Not listed

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