HR Manager

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Piscataway, NJ, USA
In-Office
60K-85K Annually
Senior level
Food
Premier food distributor specializing in authentic Italian cuisine.
The Role
The HR Manager supports employee relations, compliance, benefits, payroll processes, recruiting, onboarding, performance management, investigations, compensation administration, HR reporting, and policy development. This onsite role partners with employees and leaders, maintains employment-law compliance, administers HR documentation and programs, and improves workflows in a fast-paced operational environment.
Summary Generated by Built In

Ferraro Foods is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support and execute key Human Resources initiatives across employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, payroll support, talent acquisition, performance management, and HR operations.

This role serves as a trusted partner to employees and leaders while helping drive HR best practices, maintain compliance with employment laws, and support the continued growth of the organization. The ideal candidate is a hands-on HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and can balance strategic priorities with day-to-day HR operations.

What You'll Be Working On
  • Support the administration and implementation of Human Resources policies, programs, and procedures
  • Partner with managers and employees on employee relations matters, coaching, performance management, and workplace concerns
  • Coordinate recruitment activities, onboarding, and hiring processes across the organization
  • Administer employee benefits programs, open enrollment, leave administration, workers' compensation, disability, unemployment, and FMLA processes
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
  • Support payroll-related processes including employee data changes, time and attendance administration, and reporting
  • Maintain employee records and HR documentation in compliance with company policies and legal requirements
  • Coordinate and track performance evaluations and employee development initiatives
  • Assist with compensation administration, promotions, status changes, and organizational updates
  • Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, and hiring activity updates for leadership
  • Develop, implement, and improve HR procedures, workflows, and standard operating procedures
  • Conduct workplace investigations and support disciplinary actions and terminations when necessary
  • Monitor legislative changes and assist with policy updates to ensure ongoing compliance
  • Partner with internal departments regarding staffing, employee engagement, and organizational needs
  • Support safety, compliance, and additional Human Resources initiatives as assigned
The Ingredients for Success
  • Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, compliance, and HR best practices
  • Experience administering benefits, leaves of absence, workers' compensation, unemployment, and payroll-related processes
  • Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
  • ADP Workforce Now experience required
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
Preferred Ingredients
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 5+ years of Human Resources experience
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
  • Experience supporting HR functions within distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or other fast-paced operational environments

The Details

  • Position: Full-Time, Exempt
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday | Standard business hours
  • Compensation: $60,000 - $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid holidays, and additional voluntary benefit offerings
Why Join Ferraro Foods?

Ferraro Foods has been serving customers across the food industry for more than 50 years. As a family-owned company, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships, supporting our employees, and creating opportunities for growth throughout the organization.

We offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our people, processes, and culture while supporting a growing organization with a strong foundation and long-standing reputation in the industry.

Apply today and help shape the employee experience at Ferraro Foods!

Ferraro Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.


Monday – Friday | Standard business hours

Skills Required

  • Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, compliance, and HR best practices
  • Experience administering benefits, leaves of absence, workers' compensation, unemployment, and payroll-related processes
  • Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
  • ADP Workforce Now experience
  • Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information professionally and discreetly
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  • 5+ years of Human Resources experience
  • SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification
  • Experience supporting HR functions within distribution, manufacturing, logistics, or other fast-paced operational environments
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The Company
HQ: Piscataway, New Jersey
553 Employees
Year Founded: 1975

What We Do

Established in 1975 in Green Brook, New Jersey, Ferraro Foods initially operated out of a small garage with just a single truck. Today, Ferraro Foods still operates with an emphasis on family values and principles and has become recognized by local pizzerias/trattorias as the most dependable and service-oriented distributor in the marketplace. Today, we have expanded to now serve 8,000 customers throughout eastern United States, with a presence in 23 states. Ferraro transports not only products designated for the Italian trade, but over 14,000 items that cater to casual dining establishments. Ferraro Foods offers 25+ exclusive brands in categories such as cheese, specialty meats, prepared appetizers, Italian products, seafood and non-foods. To learn more about Ferraro Foods, please visit ferrarofoods.com.

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