<p>Sr. Human Resource Manager</p> <p>Total Rewards</p> <p>Location: Delphi, Indiana</p> <p>Reports To: Vice President of Human Resources</p> <p>Indiana Packers Corporation (IPC) is a fully integrated retail, foodservice and private label producer of fresh and processed meats based in Delphi, Indiana. Since the start of operations in 1991, we have experienced rapid growth from a single pork processing company into a multi-plant diversified producer of fresh and processed meats, with locations throughout America's Heartland and revenues of approximately $1.5B. We are best known for our national brand Kentucky Legend (the best-selling boneless ham brand in the United States) as well as several well-known regional brands, including Indiana Kitchen, Fischer's, Field, Mickelberry's, Kentuckian Gold, and Scott Pete. We now have processing facilities in Frankfort, Indiana; Holland, Michigan; and Owensboro, Kentucky.</p> <p>We value diversity, innovation, collaboration and those passionate about their jobs. We support our associates by offering a total rewards package, including competitive pay, three different medical care plans (two with company-funded health savings accounts), pharmacy, dental, and vision plans, a retirement/401K (with 50% match on team members' contributions), a competitive paid time off program, educational assistance, and numerous advancement opportunities. With more than 3,100 team members located across 14 different states, we are a big company with a small company culture.</p> <p>Indiana Packers Corporation is in Delphi, Indiana, just 15 minutes away from the greater Lafayette/West Lafayette area, home of Purdue University.</p> <p>Job Summary:</p> <p>The HR Total Rewards Senior Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the compensation, benefits, leaves, and rewards programs that support a diverse workforce in a manufacturing environment, supporting multiple divisions and locations of Indiana Packers Corporation, a $1.5B company with approximately 3000 employees across four facilities. Working closely with HR leadership and senior executives, the Senior Manager will develop total rewards strategies that reinforce the company's high-performance culture and global business objectives.</p> <p>This unique role ensures that the company's total rewards strategy remains competitive, compliant, and aligned with business objectives while attracting, retaining, and engaging top talent at all levels, from hourly production team members to salaried staff. This position will report to the Vice-President of Human Resources for Indiana Packers Corporation, and will be based in our Delphi, Indiana facility. Will consider a hybrid based role, but prefer local candidates. Delphi, Indiana is conveniently located close to the Greater Lafayette, Indiana (home of Purdue University), and the Indianapolis metro area (1 hour).</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <p>Compensation & Incentive Programs:</p> <ul> <li>Develop and maintain compensation structures, salary bands, and hourly wage scales to support both hourly and salaried team members, including oversight and management of our payroll departments. </li><li>Oversee the performance management process, including the configuration and administration using our HRIS system, creating job descriptions, area/industry benchmarking ensure pay equity and competitiveness within our industry. </li><li>Oversee our Sales Incentive Plans (SIP), Discretionary Bonus Programs, and other performance-based incentive plans. </li><li>Collaborate with Division HR Staff on matters regarding Compensation, Benefits, and Leaves. </li></ul> <p>Benefits & Wellness Programs:</p> <ul> <li>Oversee, manage and administer our self-insured health, dental, vision, 401k, pension plans, disability, and retirement plans, ensuring compliance with company policies and government regulations. </li><li>Oversee leave programs (FMLA, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and ADA) and work closely with HR, Safety, Operations, and other company departments as needed. </li><li>Develop and promote team member wellness programs that address the unique challenges of a dynamic manufacturing/processing environment. </li><li>Manage and partner with vendors, brokers, and consultants to optimize benefit offerings while managing costs. </li><li>Manage and oversee the on-site employee health clinic, ensuring operational excellence, strategic alignment with workforce health initiatives, and achievement of targeted return on investment (ROI) through cost savings, enhanced productivity, and employee engagement. </li></ul> <p>HR Compliance & Analytics:</p> <ul> <li>Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws, including wage and hour compliance, pay transparency, and benefits regulations. </li><li>Maintain and analyze HR metrics and compensation data, providing insights to HR leadership and other functional leaders. </li><li>Lead internal and external audits of compensation and benefits programs to maintain compliance and accuracy. </li></ul> <p>Team member Experience & Communication:</p> <ul> <li>Develop clear and effective communication strategies to educate team members on total rewards offerings. </li><li>Conduct team member training sessions and informational meetings to ensure understanding of pay structures, benefits, and incentives. </li><li>Serve as a key resource for team members and managers on compensation, benefits, and total rewards inquiries. </li><li>Key leader for 4-5 reports and additional dotted line reports throughout our remote facilities. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications & Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). </li><li>7+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial setting. </li><li>Strong knowledge of compensation structures for hourly, salaried, and union/non-union workforces. </li><li>Experience with HRIS systems, payroll software, and compensation benchmarking tools. </li><li>Demonstrated experience working with or leading an HR Shared Services function, with responsibility for the efficient, compliant, and customer-focused delivery of benefits administration and payroll processing across a multi-state workforce. </li><li>Expertise in FLSA, ERISA, ACA, FMLA, and other labor laws relevant to manufacturing environments. </li><li>Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic recommendations. </li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with HR, Finance, and Operations teams. </li><li>Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Benefits Professional (CBP) preferred. </li></ul> <p>Work Environment:</p> <p>While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions on the site including exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud and hearing protection is required. The position regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in cold, hot, and outdoor conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust.</p> <p>Physical Demand:</p> <p>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.</p> <p>The position lifts heavy objects, walks and stands for long periods of time under adverse field conditions. The employee lifts, pushes, pulls, or carries objects; uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support without fatigue. The position requires good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arms and fingers, two hands) and multi-limb coordination. The position requires the ability to quickly move arms and legs. The employee must have excellent stamina and vision.</p> <p>Other Duties:</p> <p>Please note, this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.</p> <p>EOE, including Disability/Veteran</p> <p>#LI-MB1</p> <p>IND123</p>