At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago.

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands—Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Golden Island®, BiFi®, and Peperami® and KOOEE!® to name a few—there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it.

Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks.

Real Meat Protein. Real People. Real Results. THAT is Link Snacks.

JOB SUMMARY

As the HRIS Manager at Jack Link’s Beef Jerky, you will lead the management and optimization of our Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to support our fast-paced, growth-oriented CPG environment. You will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, security, and integrity of our HR data, driving system enhancements, and supporting HR processes with technology solutions that help fuel our iconic brand’s success. You will collaborate with HR, IT, Payroll, and business leaders across our manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and corporate offices. 

This position requires four days a week onsite in our Minneapolis office. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and data integrity of the HRIS, ensuring system reliability for a multi-site CPG workforce. 
• Create and analyze employee data and develop executive level HR scorecards and summaries for HR Business Partners and senior business leaders.  
• Provide data insights and trends based on employee data along with providing recommendations on improvements. 
• Manage HRIS projects, including upgrades, new module rollouts, and integrations with payroll, timekeeping, and talent management systems. 
• Serve as the HRIS subject matter expert, providing troubleshooting, user support, and training to HR team members and end-users across all Jack Link’s locations. 
• Partner with HR, IT, Payroll, and Operations to streamline HR processes, enhance data flows, and improve system utilization for manufacturing, distribution, and corporate teams. 
• Develop and maintain HRIS documentation, process workflows, and user training materials tailored to the unique needs of a CPG environment. 
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations, labor laws, and company policies regarding HR data. 
• Lead HRIS audits, data clean-up, and continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Stay current with HRIS technology trends and recommend enhancements to support Jack Link’s business objectives. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant/office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. However, the vast amount of work is conducted in a climate-controlled office. Travel may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or more up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
• Responsible for coaching, developing, and performance‑managing HRIS team members while maintaining high standards for system accuracy, service delivery, and stakeholder support
• 7 + years experience serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for UKG, with full ownership of system strategy, configuration, optimization, and governance.
• Senior Manager–level HRIS leadership experience, including oversight of HR systems supporting complex, multi‑site organizations.
• 3 + years of success leading end‑to‑end UKG implementations, upgrades, and integrations, including payroll, time & attendance, and talent modules.
• Strong expertise in UKG reporting and analytics, including development of executive‑level dashboards, scorecards, and summary reporting to support strategic decision‑making.
• Ability to translate HR and business requirements into scalable system solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
• Experience managing and developing HRIS teams, including direct supervision, mentorship, and performance management.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to partner effectively with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, Payroll, IT, and key business stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of HR data governance, data integrity, compliance, and security best practices.
• Proven ability to lead HRIS audits, data clean‑up initiatives, and continuous process improvement efforts.
• Hands‑on, execution‑oriented leadership style with the ability to balance strategy and operational delivery.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting manufacturing, CPG, distribution, or multi‑site environments with hourly and salaried workforces.
• UKG superuser or HRIS architect within prior organizations.
• Background in building HRIS frameworks and long‑term systems roadmaps.
• Project management experience leading cross‑functional initiatives.
• HRIS or HR certifications (HRIP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR) preferred.

The salary range for this role is $145,000 – $160,000(Annually).  Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.