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.