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Business Unit Overview

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes® , Egg Beaters® and Owens® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the CHRO, the Sr. Director of Human Resources – Manufacturing Operations, is a strategic partner responsible for leading the HR function across all field operations. This role partners closely with senior leadership to drive workforce strategy, operational efficiency, and cultural transformation in a multi-site manufacturing environment. A key focus of this role is partnership with executive and director level leadership to ensure employee engagement initiatives in the field to better support business growth and operational excellence.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to manufacturing, providing guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategies.
• Lead HR initiatives that support operational excellence, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Translate business strategy into HR actions that drive performance, engagement, and retention.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure staffing strategies meet operational demands.
• Partner with Talent Development to ensure training and development needs are identified and supported in the field.
• Lead succession planning, leadership development, and skills training to build a future-ready workforce.
• Foster a positive employee experience through proactive engagement strategies and effective communication.
• Manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent practices.
• Monitor and improve employee engagement metrics, driving initiatives that enhance workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, safety regulations, and company policies across all manufacturing locations.
• Manage all labor relations strategies related to proactive employee relations.
• Oversee HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and track progress against goals.
• Lead change initiatives related to organizational transformation, technology adoption, and process improvements. Support leaders in navigating change and building resilient teams.

Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A. degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field (M.S. Preferred).
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding employment practices.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment, supporting multi-sites.
• Experience supporting executive level leaders.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices in a manufacturing operations environment.