HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

About Us

Sage V Foods, headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, is a leading provider of innovative rice, grain, and plant-based products.

We’re seeking a dependable, hands‑on Human Resources Manager to support our manufacturing operations and workforce. This role combines day‑to‑day HR support—recruitment, employee relations, onboarding, and compliance—with strategic partnership to operations leadership on workforce planning, engagement, and retention. If you’re comfortable on the shop floor as well as in leadership discussions, this role is for you.

Your work directly supports a stable workforce, strong leadership teams, and safe, efficient production every day.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all HR functions for a 24/7 manufacturing facility
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Partner with plant leadership on employee relations, investigations, and corrective action
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, retention, and succession planning
• Manage performance management and workforce planning initiatives
• Oversee payroll and timekeeping for ~200 employees
• Design and deliver training and leadership development programs
• Supervise and develop a team of 2–3 HR professionals
• Prepare HR metrics and reports to support business decisions

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• 2–4 years of progressive HR experience (manufacturing preferred)
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
• PHR or SHRM-CP preferred

Why Join Us

• Be a true culture builder — Partner closely with plant leadership to bring values to life and create an environment where people feel engaged, respected, and empowered.
• Make a visible, lasting impact — Lead HR initiatives that directly influence employee experience, retention, and organizational growth.
• Shape the future, not just the process — Drive meaningful change in how we attract, develop, and support our people.