At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together.
The Director, Human Resources leads HR strategy and execution for our DSD (direct store delivery) and field operations, supporting a workforce of 2,000+ frontline team members across the United States. This leader serves as a strategic advisor, influential coach, and operational partner to business leaders, driving workforce effectiveness, compliance, safety, and talent outcomes. This role will be based in our Hopkins, Minnesota offices and will lead a team of 6 HR professionals.
What You Will Do:
- Serve as a strategic HR partner to improve hiring, retention, speed to productivity, and compliance.
- Lead DSD talent strategy, including leader capability building, coaching, and development.
- Drive strategic workforce planning (SWP), talent and learning programs, and staffing models.
- Partner cross‑functionally with DSD Corporate, Operations, Safety, Finance, and HR Centers of Excellence teams.
- Oversee high-volume frontline recruiting and ensure strong field hiring outcomes.
- Lead change management initiatives that enhance performance, culture, and operational readiness.
- Manage employee relations, risk mitigation, progressive discipline, and investigations.
- Ensure frontline incentive design, pay structures, and reward programs support business needs.
- Champion safety, DOT compliance, and regulatory adherence across field operations.
- Use data and analytics to diagnose workforce trends and drive action-oriented improvements.
What We Look For:
- Field-first mindset with 5+ years of experience supporting distributed frontline teams (1,000+ TM).
- Demonstrated experience with strategic workforce planning in complex operational environments.
- Strong operational empathy; understands logistics, DSD, route-based, or similar workforce models.
- Data-driven decision maker with a bias for action and strong influencing skills.
- Familiarity with DOT regulations, CDL environments, and union exposure.
- A skilled developer of people with a broad range of HR experience, including both Centers of Excellence and field HR leadership roles.
- Success in high-volume recruiting, capability building, and change leadership.
What We Offer:
The base salary range for this position is $120,000 to $200,000 annually, with eligibility for a 25% annual incentive bonus based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.
Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings
CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please email [email protected].
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes multiple plan options, including some no‑deductible choices, plus dental and vision. Benefits in this area are frequently regarded as a major strength for full‑time employees.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting for eligible employees. This feature is viewed as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes vacation that scales with tenure, paid holidays, and personal days. New hires can begin accruing PTO early in their employment.
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What We Do
As one of the fastest-growing leaders and producers in North America’s food industry, Schwan’s Company is dedicated to bringing people and cultures together through global flavors and delicious ethnic cuisine. Our commitment to this is reflected in the innovative foods we produce, our iconic brands and through a team of exceptional talent. Today, as a subsidiary of CJ CheilJedang, Schwan’s is a fast-paced, forward-thinking company that’s on its way to bigger and better things. We are a leading food marketer, with trusted brands like RED BARON®, FRESCHETTA®, BIG DADDY'S™ and TONY'S™ pizza, EDWARDS® and MRS. SMITH'S® desserts, and BIBIGO® and PAGODA® Asian-style foods. And, with manufacturing operations in California, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Texas, we are well-prepared to deliver a great experience to our consumers wherever they shop and eat.
