HR Manager

Pure Prairie Poultry is currently seeking a talented Human Resources Manager for our Charles City, IA location.

Pure Prairie Poultry is a chicken producer offering a variety of premium quality tray-packed chicken. We focus on animal welfare and our chickens never have antibiotics, are air chilled with no artificial ingredients or preservatives. Our management team consists of highly experienced poultry industry leaders that bring both bench strength and a wealth of experience to our organization. We empower our people and drive outstanding performance at every level. You will be supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collaborative spirit drives our success.

This position initially develops the company’s human resources department, initiatives and processes. Leads all human resources initiatives and makes recommendations for process improvement. Oversees and directs the work of the company’s human resources staff.

Maintains positive working relationships with vendors assisting with human resources functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the hiring, supervision, coaching, training and performance review of human resources staff to maximize employee engagement and achieve desired results.
• Recruit, screen and hire applicants to meet departmental labor demands.
• Establish pay rates that are competitive within the region and our industry.
• Support the VP of Operations in the execution of the Company’s business strategies.
• Serve as the lead for implementation of organization-wide goals assigned to human resources, adjusting strategies as necessary.
• Oversee all areas of human resources, including benefits, compensation, employee relations, and recruitment, with a goal of continuous process improvement.
• Provide timely and accurate analysis of data to facilitate decision making for hiring and retention initiatives.
• Develop and manage the budget allocated to the human resources department.
• Ensure compliance for all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations related to the field of human resources.
• Provide clear direction, build effective teams, drive employee engagement, and practice sound business management.
• Work with the Training & Development and departmental teams to promote a positive company culture, ensuring employee communications are accurate and timely.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with business partners.
• Supervise the effective administration of health, life, dental, and vacation and disability benefits, along with other benefits added by the company
• Effectively address performance & conduct issues and employee concerns according to company policies and procedures
• Serve as the company’s primary contact and representative on all matters related to compliance and state laws including but not limited to Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity, Fair Labor Standards, Family Medical Leave, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• Promote a safe and efficient work environment through oversight of the Company's safety program.
• Investigate accidents and file appropriate worker's compensation paperwork.
• Other functions may be assigned as business conditions change.
  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or related degree is preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in human resources management, with progressive responsibility, including previous supervisory experience.

Knowledge, skills and Abilities Required:

• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills to articulate clearly with various departments, customers and at events
• Thorough knowledge of HR laws and policies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills including attention to detail
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Familiarity with basic Microsoft Office software and ability to use the software effectively
• Strong soft skills including problem solving, conflict resolution, and effective listening
• The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives on finding solutions to HR challenges and making an impact in the employee-employer experience
• Take ownership and follow through on assigned projects, which may require working extended hours to complete projects
• Can work individually or on a team
• High level of aptitude in human resources management
• Demonstrated ability to work across functions to provide support and informal leadership
• Ability to thrive in a fast-changing, environment, where outcomes maybe clear but the path is ambiguous
• Continuously promote an innovative, learning culture.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers, manager, customer (internal and external) and upper management.