Human Resources Manager at SCUSA Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in Newman, California

Job Description:

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?



What You'll Do For Saputo:



The Human Resources Manager is an integral part of the team, who acts as a strategic business partner to drive and lead HR initiatives to increase organizational effectiveness, mitigate risk, build talent capabilities and win the hearts and minds of our Saputo team. Provide value-add human resources support that have a positive business impact. Provides HR consulting expertise to all levels of employees.


The primary responsibilities and activities include:

• Drive and lead positive employee relations activities, initiatives and programs.


• Administers existing programs in accordance with established policies and procedures including EEO and ADA compliance.


• Consults with employees and managers to address root causes of issues and resolves through a systematic and analytical approach, including investigations. Make recommendations to minimize risk and potential employment liability.


• Consults with management team to analyze and assess people needs and concerns. Develop and implement appropriate action plans.


• Drive performance management objectives, people development and training, talent and succession planning.


• Manage recruitment and hiring process to ensure organization needs are met for all non-exempt and exempt level positions.


• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations (Federal, State, Local) laws and company policies/guidelines.


• Perform periodic training for all employee levels to include new business processes, policies and compliance training.


• Act as the Change Agent for the location.


• Identifies opportunities to develop and implement new practices/guidelines to achieve business goals.


• Implement and lead HR initiatives to improve organization effectiveness, including technology enablers, organization design, and cultural development.


• Provides Affirmative Action program and administration in support of AAP, EEO and OFCCP compliance.


• For unionized locations, act as the lead in communication and effective resolution for grievances, JLRC's, compensation and benefit support, and support contract negotiations.

Who Is Right For The Role?

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or related field or equivalent experience and a minimum of 3 years HR Generalist+ level experience. Internal candidates, a minimum of 3 years in an HR Generalist+ level role. Strong experience level in labor relations, employee relations, hourly, nonexempt and exempt recruiting, consulting, leadership development, talent development, and/or compensation/benefit administration.


• Ability to consult with business partners on talent management and organizational design issues.


• Demonstrates business maturity and integrity, especially when dealing with highly confidential information.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS and ATS applications, Workday and Workforce Timekeeping a plus!


• Ability to recognize opportunities to simplify processes and create efficiencies.


• Ability to credibly influence others with his/her point of view.


• Ability to work collaboratively with all departments and management levels within the company.


• Ability to understand and add value to the business.


• Ability to deliver and execute high-quality and consistent Human Resources processes and services.


• Ability to align programs and services with Company's overall vision.


• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.

What can Saputo Cheese Offer You?



We support and care for our employees by providing them with...

• Competitive wages with incentive potential.


• Full range of group benefits and time-off.


• Group retirement plan with employer contribution and ESOP.


• Continuous development with growth opportunities.


• Saputo fully supports employment equity. We strive to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.

Salary Range: $94,000 to $108,000


Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills and training.


In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.


Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.


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Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.


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