• Job Tag: #LI-DS2
• Posted: May 01,2026
• Salary: $160,000

Plant HR Director 
Location: North Metro (Onsite, 5 days/week)
Compensation: $160,000 (Base/Midpoint) + Bonus

I am partnering with a fast-growing, values-driven food manufacturing organization in the North Metro to identify a Plant HR Director. This is a highly visible, hands-on role supporting a 24/7 operation and partnering closely with plant leadership to drive culture, performance, and talent outcomes.

This leader will serve as a trusted advisor to operations and corporate leaders, while maintaining a consistent presence on the production floor and across shifts.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with plant and business leaders on workforce planning, performance, and team effectiveness
• Maintain a visible presence on the manufacturing floor; build trust with hourly and salaried employees
• Lead employee relations, including investigations and coaching leaders through complex situations
• Drive talent development, succession planning, and performance management processes
• Support and coach frontline leaders to build capability and accountability
• Strengthen culture and engagement across a fast-paced, shift-based environment

What We’re Looking For

• Proven HR leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong employee relations and leadership coaching capability
• Comfortable operating in a hands-on, high-visibility role on the plant floor
• Ability to navigate fast pace, ambiguity, and shifting priorities with a grounded, practical approach
• Willingness to work onsite daily and flex schedule to support 2nd/3rd shift and occasional weekends as needed

This is a unique opportunity to step into a critical leadership role within a growing organization where HR is deeply embedded in the business and culture.

If this sounds like you, please apply directly. I’ll be scheduling interviews with Minnesota-based candidates only who closely align with the industry and scope of the role.