Company Description Tofurky is dedicated to creating satisfying plant-based foods that are delicious, nourishing, and aligned with the well-being of animals and the environment. The company focuses on making everyday meals easy to prepare, helping people bring better choices to the table even on busy weeknights. Tofurky’s products are designed for individuals who want food that matches their values without sacrificing taste or convenience. Team members share a commitment to sustainability, quality, and innovation in the plant-based food space, contributing to a mission-driven and collaborative workplace.Role Description The HR Manager is responsible for managing day to day human resources operations in support of the company’s people strategy, operational goals, and safety culture. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role serves as a key business partner to leaders and employees, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, compliance, payroll and timekeeping oversight, safety partnership, and organizational effectiveness. The HR Manager will identify and execute process improvement initiatives and manage HR-related projects to improve efficiencies and the employee experience. This role exercises independent judgment and discretion in administering HR programs and driving continuous improvement across people operations.
Essential Functions
HR Leadership and Business Partnership
Manage day-to-day human resources activities for Tofurky
Partner with the VP of HR and site leadership to execute people strategies with business and operational objectives
Serve as an advisor to managers on performance management, employee development, and leadership effectiveness
Support organizational design, workforce planning, and talent needs across the site
Employee Relations and Performance Management
Provide guidance and oversight on employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective action, and conflict resolution
Ensure consistent and fair application of company policies, procedures, and practices
Support managers in setting expectations, delivering feedback, and addressing performance issues
Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and respect across the organization
Payroll, Timekeeping, and Workforce Administration
Payroll administration in conjunction with internal and external partners to ensure accurate and timely processing in compliance with wage and hour laws
Partner with managers and Finance to review payroll inputs, approvals, exception reporting, and reconciliation Oversee timekeeping practices, including timecards, punches, schedules, and exception time
Ensure proper review and approval of exception time such as missed punches, overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and paid leaves
Support managers in understanding timekeeping requirements, approvals, and compliance expectations Monitor payroll and timekeeping data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement Support audits, investigations, and corrective action related to payroll, timekeeping, and wage and hour compliance
Compliance, Risk, and Safety Partnership
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Maintain and interpret HR policies and procedures to support legal compliance and operational consistency
Partner with the Safety Manager to support workplace safety programs, training, and reporting
Serve as an active member of the Safety Committee, contributing to safety reviews, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts
Support safety incident reporting and investigations in collaboration with the Safety Manager and site leadership Partner with legal counsel and external advisors on employee relations, compliance, wage and hour, and risk management matters
Talent Management and Development
Lead recruitment and hiring processes in partnership with managers
Support onboarding and integration of new employees Identify development needs and support training and development initiatives
Partner with leadership on succession planning and talent development strategies
Process Improvement and Project Management
Lead continuous improvement initiatives across HR, payroll, timekeeping, and employee lifecycle processes
Identify inefficiencies, compliance gaps, and process risks, and design solutions to improve accuracy, scalability, and employee experience
Lead HR-related projects such as system implementations, policy rollouts, program redesigns, and regulatory changes
Develop project plans, timelines, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful execution Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, IT, Payroll, and Safety to implement and sustain process improvements
Document processes, establish standard operating procedures, and support change management efforts
Compensation, Benefits, and HR Programs
Administer compensation and benefits programs in alignment with company philosophy and market practices
Partner with external vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of HR programs
Support annual compensation reviews, performance cycles, and related processes
Provide guidance to employees and managers on benefits, policies, and HR programs
Data, Systems, and Reporting
Ensure accurate maintenance of employee data within HRIS, timekeeping, and benefits systems
Analyze HR, payroll, timekeeping, and safety data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
Develop and present insights and recommendations to leadership based on workforce and compliance data
Support continuous improvement of HR systems, reporting, and data integrity
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Demonstrated experience managing HR operations in a manufacturing or operational environment
Experience overseeing payroll and timekeeping processes and ensuring wage and hour compliance
Experience leading process improvement initiatives and managing cross-functional projects
Strong working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Experience supporting employee relations, performance management, compliance, and workplace safety programs
HRIS/Payroll system fluency
Proven ability to partner effectively with leaders and influence outcomes
Strong judgment, discretion, organizational, and problem-solving skills
