Human Resources Manager
- Kitchen Food Company Pty Ltd
- Hopkinsville, Kentucky, United States
Job Description
About Kitchen Food Company
Kitchen Food Company is a leading manufacturer of high-quality food products, serving customers across the country. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable practices. Join our team and be part of our continued success.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Health Insurance
401(k) with company matching
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Senior HR Business Partner / HR Manager (Site Lead)
Hopkinsville, Kentucky, USA
Join Kitchen Food Company
At Kitchen Food Company, our mission is simple: to create nutritious, accessible ready meals that make life easier and more enjoyable. As we launch our new site in Hopkinsville, we’re looking for a people-focused HR leader to help build a high-performing, engaged workforce from the ground up.
The Role
As the Senior HR Business Partner / HR Manager, you will partner closely with the Head of Operations and site leaders to drive performance through people. You’ll lead the HR function on-site, delivering both strategic initiatives and hands-on support in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership
Partner with site leadership to drive a high-performance, accountable culture
Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and succession strategies
Deliver engagement initiatives and embed company values across the site
Manage HR budgets and align people strategies with business goals
HR Operations & Compliance
Ensure compliance with US labor laws (OSHA, FMLA, EEOC)
Oversee employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution
Lead HR policy development and continuous improvement initiatives
Support audits (e.g., SMETA) and external stakeholder engagement
Team Leadership
Lead, coach, and develop the site HR team
Build capability across people managers through coaching and guidance
Talent & Development
Oversee recruitment strategy and workforce planning
Drive performance management and talent development frameworks
Champion learning, multi-skilling, and career progression initiatives
Safety & Culture
Promote a “safety-first” culture in partnership with site leaders
Support food safety (HACCP, GMP) and workplace safety compliance
About You
5+ years’ HR generalist experience, ideally in manufacturing or high-volume environments
Strong knowledge of US employment law and HR best practices
Proven ability to influence, challenge, and partner with senior leaders
Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on
Experience leading teams and delivering results through others
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Experience with HRIS systems and recruitment platforms
Why Join Us
Be part of building a brand-new manufacturing site from the ground up
Play a key role in shaping culture, capability, and leadership
Work in a values-driven, growth-focused business
Collaborate with global teams, including Australia
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