SR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Position Title:  SR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER - Charlotte, NC 

Salary: $120000 - $125000

Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation. Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry.

Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected]. 

Job Summary

NOW HIRING: SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER TO JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM

We have an opportunity for a Senior HR Manager to join our Fresh & Ready Food Group, based out of our Charlotte, NC office. This is a hands-on role supporting four food manufacturing sites within our Fresh & Ready Food Group network. You will play a critical role in shaping culture and strengthening HR practices across the business. Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, this role serves as the primary business partner to site leadership while leading a team of HR Generalists and Recruiters across the locations. The position provides both strategic leadership and tactical support in talent management, recruiting, legal compliance, policy administration, employee relations, and organizational planning. This position requires travel of up to 30% to support the sites.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Lead and develop a team of HR Generalists and Recruiters across four sites.

Formulate and communicate Human Resource policies and procedures.

Oversee all aspects of employee relations; ensure company policies are administered fairly and consistently.

Provide consultative and hands-on support to managers and supervisors across four manufacturing sites.

Partner with leaders at all levels to drive effective coaching, employee engagement, and retention.

Maintain employee records and reporting processes to ensure accurate data and regulatory compliance.

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

Manage HR operating budgets and recommend investments that enhance workforce productivity.

Develop and implement innovative recruitment and retention strategies to reduce vacancies and turnover.

Lead the design and delivery of training programs, including orientation, safety, and management training.

Support site-level employee engagement activities and events.

Qualifications desired:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field required.

8+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3–5 years in a managerial or business partner role within a manufacturing, food production, or distribution environment.

Proven experience supporting multi-site operations with a workforce that includes both hourly and salaried employees.

HR professional certification (PHR, SPHR) preferred.

Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.

Hands-on leader who is visible, proactive, and actively engaged with both employees and leadership.

Experience leading and developing HR teams, including Generalists and Recruiters.

Ability to influence, lead change, and model positive behaviors that support business performance.

Strong project management, time management, and communication skills.

Bilingual English/Spanish is a priority requirement

Ability to travel up to 30% to support assigned sites.

Apply to Canteen today!

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.