Human Resources Manager
At Sensient Technologies, we believe in empowering professionals who are naturally curious, grounded in integrity, and driven to uncover meaningful insights. If you’re someone who thrives on asking the right questions, uncovering what’s beneath the surface, and leading with purpose—this opportunity is designed for you.
If you’re passionate about supporting people, fostering strong teams, and making a meaningful impact in the workplace, this opportunity may be for you. As a Human Resources Manager at Sensient Natural Ingredients, you’ll be the key point of contact for all things HR at our Turlock location in California. Your role will be instrumental in guiding a committed workforce, supporting leaders, and ensuring a consistent and positive employee experience.
This role is based onsite at our Turlock facility, where your presence and engagement with employees will directly support day-to-day HR operations and contribute to our culture of accountability and collaboration.
What you’ll do:
- Guide the daily HR operations at the plant, ensuring smooth processes and consistent employee support
- Partner with leaders to support hiring, onboarding, and team development efforts
- Offer hands-on guidance through employee relations conversations and workplace matters
- Support the administration of payroll, time off, and employee leave processes
- Monitor and support compliance efforts, including health and safety, policies, and local requirements
- Coach managers to develop their leadership and strengthen team performance
- Help shape programs that engage and retain employees, including training and recognition efforts
What you’ll bring:
- Experience in human resources management, with a focus on supporting a production or operations environment
- Familiarity with workplace policies, labor laws, and employee support programs
- A clear and calm approach to problem-solving, with a focus on people and process
- Ability to balance daily HR needs with longer-term improvement opportunities
- Comfort working onsite with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills, both in English and Spanish, with the ability to connect across all levels
- A background in human resources or business, or equivalent experience
What you’ll get:
- A key role with real impact and room to grow within the organization
- The opportunity to support a collaborative and engaged team culture
- Exposure to strategic and hands-on HR work in a growing business
- A chance to build lasting relationships and influence how people experience their work
- Support from an experienced HR leadership team invested in your success
- An inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and voices
- Stability, community, and a role where your work truly matters
ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION:
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and fragrances. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, inkjet and specialty inks and colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
ABOUT SENSIENT NATURAL INGREDIENTS:
The Sensient Natural Ingredients group is part of Sensient Flavors & Extracts Group and is one of the largest producers and distributors of dehydrated onion and garlic products as well as chili powder, paprika, chili pepper and dehydrated vegetables such as parsley, celery and spinach. These ingredients are used in many of today's popular convenience foods. The Natural Ingredients unit is located in Turlock, California.
The salary range for this position is $107,450 - $150,000 USD. Pay within the range is based on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to, education, work experience, specialized training, and labor market conditions. In addition to salary, Sensient is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to support the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.
As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website at http://www.sensient.com.
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