HR Director – Multi-Site Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Location: Owensboro, KY. Onsite Role
Salary: $125,000 – $150,000 + incentives.
Are you a hands-on HR leader with experience in manufacturing? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, leading HR strategy while staying close to operations? If so, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
About the Company
Oakleaf Partnership is working with a fast growing food & beverage manufacturer. They currently operate 3x manufacturing sites across Kentucky and Indiana.
We are partnering with them to find a HR Director to lead the people function across these sites, reporting into the VP HR based at HQ.
The Role
As HR Director, you will lead the end-to-end HR function across all three sites, reporting directly to the VPHR. This is a strategic yet hands-on role, where you will set HR policies, lead workforce planning, drive engagement, and support operational leaders.
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Develop and execute HR strategy aligned with business goals
✅ Lead labor relations, workforce planning, and talent development
✅ Drive employee engagement, retention, and performance across all sites
✅ Oversee HR compliance, safety, and employment law adherence
✅ Partner with site leaders to build a strong people-focused culture
✅ Lead HR projects including succession planning and DE&I initiatives
✅ Manage a small HR team and support site-based HR partners
What We’re Looking For
🔹 HR leadership experience in food, beverage, or manufacturing
🔹 Proven ability to operate in a multi-site environment
🔹 Strong knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and compliance
🔹 Ability to balance strategy with hands-on execution
🔹 Experience leading organizational change and culture transformation
🔹 Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Why Join?
💡 High-impact role in a growing business
🏭 Influence HR strategy across multiple factories
📈 Be part of a company on an exciting growth trajectory.
Apply today or reach out for a confidential discussion.
