JOB DETAILS

Senior HR Generalist

CompanyGehl Food & Beverage
LocationLathrop
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 23, 2026
About The Company
Gehl Foods is a leader in ready-to-serve “aseptic” foods & beverages that lock in dairy freshness without refrigeration. Under its Gehl’s® brand and many private labels, the company serves over 200,000 retailers, foodservice operators and distributors throughout the US. Gehl Foods also serves as a strategic partner and major contract manufacturer for several global brands.
About the Role

Description

Now Hiring: Senior HR Generalist
Reports To: HR Manager
Salary Range: $85,000 to $105,000


Why join our team?  

  • Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match  
  • Generous PTO & holidays  
  • Growth opportunities to expand skillsets & enhance career  
  • Amazing team & culture focused on:  Communication | Community| Wellness  

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:  

  • Tuition reimbursement  
  • HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution  
  • Referral bonus program  
  • Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more  
  • Proven continued business growth for future opportunities  

Position Overview
We are seeking a Senior HR Generalist to serve as a strategic and hands-on partner supporting Aseptic, Maintenance, and Engineering teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role drives employee relations, compliance, performance management, and talent initiatives while fostering a positive, high-performing workplace culture. 


Key Responsibilities 

  • Partner with leaders to support workforce planning, performance management, and employee relations
  • Lead investigations and resolve complex workplace issues
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws (FMLA, ADA, EEO, wage & hour)
  • Manage leaves of absence and HR processes end-to-end
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and talent decisions
  • Analyze HR metrics to drive business improvements
  • Maintain HRIS data integrity and reporting
  • Champion employee engagement and culture initiatives
  • Provide HR support across a 24/7 manufacturing operation 

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 4+ years of progressive HR experience (employee relations focus)
  • Manufacturing or high-volume environment experience preferred
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws and compliance
  • Experience with investigations, performance management, and leave administration
  • Bilingual (Spanish) required
  • Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office
  • Strong communication, judgment, and confidentiality skills 

About Us 

Gehl Foods is a fast-growing food and beverage manufacturer, known for ready-to-serve products like nacho cheese and protein shakes—no refrigeration needed! We lead with safety, quality, and teamwork in everything we do.  

Feed your future at gehlfoodandbeverage.com 


Gehl Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Key Skills
Employee relationsPerformance managementComplianceWorkforce planningInvestigationsLeave administrationHRISMicrosoft OfficeCommunicationBilingual (Spanish)Talent acquisitionOnboardingData analysisEmployment lawConflict resolution
Categories
Human ResourcesManufacturingFood & BeverageManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k) matchPaid time offHolidaysTuition reimbursementHSAReferral bonus programEmployee discounts
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Senior HR Generalist will partner with leadership to drive workforce planning, performance management, and employee relations within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The role is responsible for ensuring legal compliance, managing HR processes, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$85,000 - $105,000
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
307
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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