VP of People Operations - Manufacturing

As a family of brands, it is Our Home's ethos to create and provide delicious, wholesome snacks to communities throughout the U.S. at a great value. We strive to create snacks that offer nourishment and a warm and welcoming sense of familiarity. Our Home is not just the house we live in, but the communities of which we are a part. Our Home gets the best snacks into hands, homes, and communities around the country so that we can flourish together.

We believe that a unified culture and shared values are essential to our success. At Our Home...

We have Growth Mindsets: We grow ourselves, our teams, and our company, both personally and professionally.

We embrace Integrity & Accountability: We do what we say we are going to do, and take ownership of our actions.

We Push the Boundaries: We challenge the status quo, and are creative problem solvers who win where others don't.

We believe that we are Stronger Together: Collaboration is at the center of what we do. We win and lose together.
Our Home makes snacks for everyone and will continue to be known for flavorful snacks with better ingredients that satisfy every occasion and craving. We deliver this through our portfolio of household favorite snack brands, including Pop Secret, From The Ground Up, Food Should Taste Good, Popchips, RW Garcia, Good Health, Parm Crisps, Sonoma Creamery, and You Need This. Our Home is one of the fastest growing Better For You food brands in the country and this explosive growth requires great people with a passion for better-for-you snacks.
We are seeking a strategic and visionary VP of People Operations - Manufacturing to lead our People initiatives on the manufacturing side of Our Home. This position will focus on aligning our organizational objectives with our manufacturing people strategies, fostering a culture of engagement, performance, and continuous improvement. You will partner with the executive team to drive transformation and ensure that our people operations effectively support the company's mission and goals.
As the VP of People Operations-Manufacturing, you will report to the Head of People Operations and be responsible for creating and implementing innovative People strategies that promote workforce engagement, recruitment excellence, and robust talent development programs tailored to our manufacturing environment. You will be a champion of our core values and ensure they are reflected throughout the employee lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an overarching manufacturing People Operations strategy that aligns with Our Home’s business objectives and values as well as enhances our manufacturing capabilities
• Lead the manufacturing People team in driving initiatives related to talent acquisition, employee engagement, leadership development, and workforce planning
• Foster a high-performance culture centered on inclusivity, innovation, and accountability across all manufacturing facilities
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and implement effective solutions for organizational challenges and workforce needs
• Oversee compliance with labor laws and regulations within the manufacturing sector and ensure effective risk management
• Develop and manage metrics and reporting to track the effectiveness of People initiatives and inform decision-making
• Act as a trusted advisor to executives on all People-related matters, including performance management, succession planning, and organizational design
• Lead change management efforts to support operational improvements and enhance employee experience

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive People leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrable experience in strategic planning and execution, with a strong understanding of workforce dynamics in manufacturing
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor teams effectively
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, compliance, and regulations related to the manufacturing industry
• Proven ability to influence at all levels of the organization and build effective relationships with key stakeholders
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Experience with change management and organizational development initiatives
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel up 50% to support facilities and operations - 10 locations nationally

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Parental Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability

No recruiters, please