Human Resources Generalist

At Lakeside Foods and our family of companies, we're committed to providing wholesome foods to enrich people’s lives through food. We are a culture that pursues our vision of growth and innovation with passion, confidence, and commitment. We are strongest together – valuing collaborative contribution, transparency and new ideas to enable change and growth. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance, and there’s a seat at the table for you.

Become One of Our Valued Team Members

The Human Resources Manager at our Cher‑Make facility plays a critical role in shaping a positive, productive, and inclusive work environment. This position is ideal for a people‑centered HR professional who thrives on building relationships, driving culture, and supporting both leaders and employees through effective HR strategies and solutions.As the HR Manager, you will lead key Human Resources functions including employee relations, compliance, talent development, and workforce engagement. You will serve as a trusted partner to leadership, helping to enhance communication, strengthen organizational alignment, and ensure an exceptional employee experience.**Bilingual in Spanish is strongly preferred due to the needs of our workforce and daily HR communication.**

Our Human Resources Manager Opportunity

This role offers a collaborative, people‑focused professional the chance to drive proactive HR leadership and deliver the expertise that supports an engaging, productive, and unified culture. You’ll help build and enhance the value of our most important asset—our people.

What You’ll Get

At Cher‑Make, taking care of our team is a top priority. As part of the Lakeside family, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including multiple insurance options, 401(k) participation with company match, and access to our company store.

Benefits:

• Quality, affordable healthcare
• Dental coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑paid life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance
• Paid time off, including vacation and holidays
• Perfect attendance and employee referral programs
• Product discounts through the company store

What You’ll Do

• Maintain strong knowledge of HR trends, best practices, regulatory updates, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law
• Build positive, productive relationships with leaders and promote an engaging culture that supports change and reinforces company values
• Partner with functional leadership to understand business goals and proactively develop solutions aligned with organizational strategies

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field, plus a minimum of three years of HR management experience preferred
• Thorough understanding of employment laws and compliance requirements including EEOC, FMLA, ADA, HIPAA, FLSA, and related federal/state regulations
• Experience in a manufacturing environment strongly desired
• Bilingual Spanish proficiency strongly preferred, due to the needs of our workforce and daily HR communication

Where You’ll Work: Welcome to Manitowoc

Thousands of visitors come each year to explore the USS Cobia World War II submarine, tour the Rogers Street Fishing Village, discover the region’s maritime history, or set sail on the S.S. Badger across Lake Michigan. With 20 miles of beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline, pristine beaches, marinas, historic districts, and outdoor concerts, Manitowoc–Two Rivers is both a unique destination and an exceptional place to live and work.

Lakeside Foods and our family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.

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