Location: Sleepy Eye, MN
Company: Christensen Farms
145,000 sows on 44 farms, and oversees more than 350 nurseries and grow-finish sites. The company employees nearly 1,000 people and maintains 1,500 contract partnerships. The company is vertically integrated with a strong presence across the pork value chain - from farm to fork.
Christensen Farms is the largest shareholder of Triumph Foods LLC, a producer-owned primary pork processing plant in St. Joseph, Missouri. In turn, Triumph Food members own 50 percent of Daily's Premium Meats, a specialty pork processor bacon and other premium pork products. Triumph Foods also holds a 50 percent partnership in Seaboard Triumph Foods, LLC of Sioux City, Iowa, a primary pork processing plant. Position
Overview & Responsibilities: The Safety Manger is responsible for ensuring the safety, health and well-being of CF employees. Ability to design, implement and monitor effective programs and initiatives to reduce safety-related incidents is critical for success in the role.
The Manager will be expected to provide long and short-term strategies to ensure that each department they are responsible for maintains programs which continuously improve the approach to promote and protect the health and safety of CF employees. It will be essential to build strong relationships and be able to collaborate effectively with managers, supervisors and other partners both within and outside the organization
to achieve the desired results. It is expected that the individual in this role will be highly motivated to provide solutions and execute efficiently with a high degree of detail for follow through.
Major Areas of Accountability: Lead and coordinate development of employee health and safety programs. Provide leadership to the safety committee through relevant expertise, guidance, and decision making as required. Assemble and analyze safety incident data and routinely provide statistical information to executives, department leaders, safety committee members and management. Advise CF's leadership team on strategic safety matters and develops associated risk management solutions.
Ensure compliance with corporate safety programs, OSHA, Worker's Compensation, and DOT laws and regulations via reporting and site visits. Assist management with development of corrective action. Provide procedures for proper investigation and reporting of safety incidents. Ensures that all incidents are fully investigated. Conduct audits as required. Provides programs to train managers, supervisors, and employees to implement safety programs. For example: Safety orientation for new employees and current staff. Injury prevention. Operational controls development Job hazard analysis New supervisor training required such as monthly inspection, near miss reporting, etc.
CPR/First Aid/Defensive driving Recommend, implement, deliver, and maintain corporate safety training programs related to the departments they support. For example: Process Safety Management Hazard Communication Confined space Blood borne pathogens Electrical safety Emergency response Personal protective equipment Lock out/tag out Hearing conservation Respiratory protection MSDS Respond to requests to participate in site inspections and audits with/by insurance company representatives, government agencies, and CF auditors.
Represent the organization in community activities or industry safety groups and programs. Maintenance of applicable certifications and qualifications as required. Education, Training and Experience Requirements: Minimum formal education required: Bachelor's Degree or related experience. Minimum number of years of prior job experience required: 5 years safety, health, production, or equivalent experience is preferred. Specialized Training requirements: OSHA certification preferred. OTHER SKILLS Demonstrated ability to make sound recommendations, decisions, and implement project plans to meet company objectives.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships within all levels of the organization. Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills required. Proven track record of providing leadership and influencing others. Ability to interpret reports and apply problem solving tools and techniques. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a changing environment to meet customer and business needs. Excellent problem solving skills. High degree of attention to detail and follow through. Reports to: Director of Safety Supervision of Others: Direct: None Indirect: None Job Posted by Applicant Pro
resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance. Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work backssments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings. Conducts or acquires drug testing, driving records, or reference checks for potential candidates Plans and conducts new employee orientation to foster positive
attitude toward company goals. Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff. Administers benefits programs such as life, health, dental and disability insurances, pension plans, vacation, sick leave, leave of absence, and employee assistance. Attends and
participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance. Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Skills/Abilities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. At least 5 years human resources experience required. SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP is a plus. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities. PI3870985ed For more details: jobs-search. org/marketing_new-ulm-c436318/human-resources-manager-new-ulm_i1969882598
HR & Recruiting Jobs encompass a range of roles focused on attracting, hiring, and retaining employees within an organization. These positions include recruiters who identify and approach potential candidates, HR generalists managing employee relations and benefits, and specialists in areas like training, compensation, and compliance. A distinctive characteristic of HR jobs is their emphasis on people skills, communication, and a solid understanding of employment law and organizational policies. Whether it's shaping corporate culture or ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, HR professionals play a pivotal role in the success and health of a business.
and valuable resource to a broad range of companies, from Fortune 500 to Private Equity, in categories that include health & wellness, food & beverage, home and hardlines. We revel in the opportunity to guide our clients on their path forward, building and activating strategies that ensure success.
Everything we do is driven by our unrelenting commitment to leverage our deep operational experience, unparalleled omnichannel expertise, and industry relationships to drive performance in today’s dynamic omnichannel marketplace. At MPG, we value our people and their contributions; they are critical to building the MPG Brand. Our leadership team has significant experience driving topline revenue
and bottom-line profit, having held senior operating roles at leading CPG manufacturers and retailers. Our highly regarded, seasoned team of 400+ strategy and commercialization professionals brings strong operational experience and a collaborative approach.
All team members are singularly focused on providing clients with pragmatic, real-world market approaches, built on the strong consumer, category and marketplace insights needed to create sustainable, profitable brand growth. For more information, please visit our website. The Creative Partners Group (The CPG ), powered by MPG, is a comprehensive retail solutions company. The CPG represents established and emerging brands across all
categories of merchandise and provides acclaimed services that build brands and businesses.
Deep Dive is an entity of The CPG, which provides category management and analytics as the foundation and to further fuel growth. This role is ideally based in Minneapolis, MN, but remote locations will be considered for the right candidate. JOB OVERVIEW You will excel as a Category Analyst if you are able to provide the best service to our clients through exceptional communication, top notch problem solving skills, and the ability to be adaptable in a fast-paced environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Utilize category management skills and understanding to deliver against brand volume, market share, and profit objectives Develop and manage all consumption, shipment, and consumer based information that are disseminated to Target’s buying team Work with variety of data to develop recommendations for products or Retailer product mix, pricing, promotion and merchandising Provide assistance in developing insights and recommendations on new items, promotional planning, “fix the product mix" opportunities, merchandising optimization, and pricing initiatives Work with Target’s buying team to utilize category and consumer management insights to help drive overall product launch strategy Identify unmet consumer needs and participate in cross-functional teams to develop product, service, and market-space solutions to address those needs Plan, create and perform extensive POG building throughout transition / revision processes Maintain confidentiality of restricted customer information Manage and develop direct reports by creating an environment that fosters learning and growth Champion “Best in Class” analysis and reporting by utilizing your resources and being an expert with spreadsheets, databases, and presentation tools Continually improve Category Management proficiencies, people management skills and business skill set Directly impacting key business decisions and initiatives QUALIFICATIONS Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Understanding of AC Nielsen, NPD or IRI syndicated data, marketing research, and current product sales and industry trends Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Power Point Working knowledge of category management and planogram software Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize work to meet deadlines Strong leadership, teamwork, interpersonal and presentation skills Ability to interact with diverse personalities at all levels of the organization Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships and partnerships Entrepreneurial attitude, agility, and resourcefulness Utmost respect for confidentiality & objectivity Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentations Strong organizational and negotiation skills Ability to self-direct and work autonomously Must meet all pre-employment and post-hire requirements, including but not limited to: background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle review Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field required 2+ years’ experience Target experience preferred POG building experience preferred BENEFITS We offer a generous package of health benefits, medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, paid maternity/paternity leave and life insurance.
Our compensation program provides market industry base salary, bonuses, 401K. You will receive a generous amount of paid time off, through vacation, sick time, personal days, service and holiday time. DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION MPG is an organization driven by PEOPLE, and we know that with diversity comes results.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging was born from our core values. It is our mission to foster a culture that celebrates inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We believe that by leveraging the unique perspectives and experiences of our employees, MPG can unlock more comprehensive, innovative, and long-standing results for both our client and retailer partners. To ensure that our services and culture incorporate everyone’s unique experiences and perspectives, MPG will never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, interactionual orientation, age, marital, veteran, or disability status VACCINATION STATUS MPG does not require candidates to be vaccinated when hired.
However, if the client the role is being hired to support requires all candidates to be vaccinated, MPG will require those candidates working with that client to be vaccinated.
of systems and processes related to the daily activities at Literacy Minnesota’s Open Door – Minneapolis, online synchronous class offerings, and OD – Minneapolis satellite programs. These areas of responsibility for adult education programming include but are not limited to: outreach and recruitment, intake and testing, retention, class schedules, technology/facilities and program delivery.
This person acts as the hub of the learning center campus, ensuring effective communication internally and with the public. This position reports to the Learning Center Manager and supervises volunteers and/or Ameri Corps service members. This role regularly collaborates with other Open Door staff
members. Work environment consists of a typical office environment. Time spent on the computer is approximately 75%; time spent on phone is approximately 25%.
This position will primarily work at Open Door – Minneapolis (627 W. Broadway, Minneapolis, MN 55411. ) Travel between Open Door locations, satellite service locations and to the Literacy Minnesota main office may be required, as well as occasional travel to a variety of locations within the metro area. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Compensation: starting pay rate between $20.00 - $23.30 per hour ( commensurat e with experience). This position is
benefits-eligible and will accru e Paid Time Off (PTO) and be eligible for paid holiday s.
Program Management and Oversight Comply with all ABE accountability requirements; complete intake forms, Personal Education Plans, and other necessary documents for each adult learner. Conduct pre-testing for incoming participants, and ongoing or post-testing using CASAS, TABE, ABLE, or other approved tests. Coordinate testing events for online or distance learning participants at least monthly, and/or at the request of instructional staff and Learning Center Manager. Follow communication processes and procedures to relay relevant information to volunteers and learners, in collaboration with program staff.
Ensure volunteers complete all required onboarding processes and training, with support of training coordinator and volunteer placement coordinator. Maintain accurate information in SID database, including student hours, attendance, and backssment data. Enter student achievements and new enrollments. Generate timely, accurate reports as requested and maintain complete and accurate records for all courses taught. Help maintain and improve intake, placement and follow-up procedures to benefit adult learners. Maintain confidentiality of participant files. Maintain schedules of classes, volunteers and staff.
Assist with staff and volunteer coverage as needed, by teaching, assisting, and/or recruiting additional help. Ensure that emergency procedures are documented, communicated, and practiced on a regular basis. Attend monthly Open Door meetings, staff meetings, and other meetings as requested. Collaborate with teachers to provide high quality navigation services to adult learners. Work with caseworkers and social services to complete necessary paperwork for learners as needed. Collaborate with staff across Open Door sites and Literacy Minnesota locations to ensure efficient and cohesive systems and programming.
Work with Site Manager and Learning Center Manager to coordinate repairs and maintenance of technology and facilities. Work with Site Manager to ensure that classroom and office supplies are maintained and in stock. Provide building and phone coverage. Communicate on behalf of Open Door centers to staff, volunteers, participants and community partners. Build knowledge of community resources and refer students to appropriate outside resources for non-school related needs. Market and raise awareness of learning center programming and, under direction of Marketing, Learning Center Manager and other staff, attract participants using a variety of methods including online and in-person recruiting.
Attract, screen, orient, and support volunteers. Collaborative Leadership Practice Work closely with Open Door staff on site and across the agency to coordinate backssment and instruction and to share relevant resources and expertise. Attend monthly Learning Center meetings, staff meetings and other meetings as requested. Community Ambassadorship: Outreach, Communications & Marketing Represent Literacy Minnesota at community events Engage with external partners to build recruitment pipelines for new program participants Other Support organizational DEI goals by fostering an inclusive environment, and actively participating in and achieving organizational and personal DEI goals.
Participate and foster a culture of life-long learning for participants, volunteers and staff. Required Qualifications : Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field and one or more years of experience in program coordination. Equivalent combination of education and experience also excepted (for example, four years of related experience in place of post-secondary education).
Experience working with people from diverse cultures and communities. Attitude of life-long learning and development. Strong communication skills. Ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance, and move quickly between multiple tasks. Excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail. Proficient with basic internet, email, and software programs. Demonstrated DEI-focused work style, including engagement in organizational and personal DEI goals. Preferred Qualifications : Bilingual or proficient in two or more languages. Valid driver’s license.
Experience coordinating non-profit programming, especially in an education, refugee, or immigrant focused non-profit. Community organizing or recruitment experience.
