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Human Resources Manager

@ Lewis Bakeries
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Evansville, Indiana, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:leading HR, supporting safety, coordinating compliance
Requirements Summary:Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field; 5+ years HR experience in manufacturing; SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR preferred; 2+ years union labor relations; safety/compliance experience; strong communication; travel up to 10%.
Technical Tools Mentioned:HRIS, Applicant Tracking System
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Job Description

Human Resources Manager – Evansville, IN



Lewis Bakeries is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead HR, labor relations, and safety functions at our Evansville, Indiana bakery. This role partners with plant leadership and corporate HR to support employees, ensure compliance, and promote a positive, high-performance workplace culture.



 



About Lewis Bakeries



Lewis Bakeries is a family owned and operated company that was started by three brothers in 1925 in Anna, Illinois. Lewis primarily bakes loaf bread, buns and rolls under branded products such as Bunny Bread, Lewis Bake Shop, Healthy Life, as well as other brands. Bakery facilities are located in LaPorte, Ft. Wayne, Vincennes, and Evansville, Indiana, and Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Our heritage has been one of quality and reliability since 1925. Every day the Lewis family and their caring associates rise to the challenge of baking the very best bakery products with a forward-thinking passion for growth and innovation.



 



What Makes Us Great




  • Experienced, stable company – Family-owned, founded in 1925

  • Competitive salary

  • Excellent benefits package – Low-cost medical & dental, 401k, and company-paid life & disability insurance

  • Paid vacation and holidays

  • Relocation assistance available



 



 



Responsibilities




  • Serve as the primary HR contact for plant employees, remote sales staff, and transportation drivers

  • Provide daily HR and safety support to employees and management

  • Manage safety programs, policies, and training in compliance with OSHA and DOT regulations, in coordination with Corporate VP of EHS

  • Support and assist in the investigation and resolution of union grievances in partnership with BCTGM representatives

  • Participate in labor contract negotiations and administer collective bargaining agreements (typically three-year terms)

  • Oversee the Company’s performance evaluation process

  • Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, handbooks, and benefits guides

  • Lead full-cycle recruiting for exempt, non-exempt, and hourly roles, including job postings, screening, interviewing, onboarding, and pre-employment testing

  • Maintain and manage the applicant tracking system

  • Establish HR goals and support plant-wide engagement and performance initiatives

  • Administer FMLA, attendance tracking, and leave programs

  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws

  • Lead audit preparation and regulatory compliance efforts

  • Perform other duties as assigned