• Job Description

  Req#: 5557

  Description

  Utz Quality Foods is seeking an HR Associate to join our team in Hanover, PA. We are seeking a dynamic and community-minded Human Resources Associate to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive soft skills training program for our associates in a fast-paced snack food manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a people-focused professional who is passionate about employee development, community engagement, and building a stronger, more adaptable workforce. In addition to spearheading the soft skills program, the HR Associate will support a variety of general HR functions within our supply chain operations and contribute to departmental special projects.

  Responsibilities

  • Design, launch, and manage a soft skills training initiative focused on key areas including: financial literacy, conflict resolution, adapting to change, work/life balance
  • Identify and cultivate partnerships with local businesses, educational institutions, and community organizations to deliver meaningful programming.
  • Collaborate with government agencies to secure resources, support, or funding for training initiatives.
  • Coordinate and schedule engaging workshops, seminars, and interactive learning opportunities for associates across shifts.
  • Track participation and measure outcomes to continuously improve program impact and relevance.
  • Promote the program internally to drive engagement and participation.
  • Assist with HR activities within the supply chain, such as employee relations, onboarding, data entry, and HRIS updates.
  • Respond to employee inquiries related to policies, procedures, and benefits.
  • Participate in special HR projects that enhance team efficiency and business impact.
  • Help foster a positive, inclusive, and development-oriented workplace culture.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field preferred.
  • 0–3 years of relevant experience in HR, training and development, or community relations; manufacturing experience a plus.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with employees at all levels.
  • Passion for personal and professional development and a commitment to employee growth.
  • Creative thinker with the ability to build programs from the ground up.
  • Comfortable engaging with external partners, vendors, and community organizations.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills.

  Continuously Pursuing Excellence!

  Here at Utz, we have a passion for exciting and delighting consumers with delicious snack foods made from high quality ingredients. After over a century with a strong family heritage, our diverse portfolio of brands includes Utz, Tim's Cascade, Zapp’s, Boulder Canyon, and On the Border. Our associates are the reason for the success of this company, so it is important we provide a supportive, caring and inclusive environment that offers opportunities for career growth and advancement. We also help take care of our associates by providing benefits, resources, and programs that ensure they live their healthiest lives. Join our world class team and help us become the fastest growing pure-play U.S. snacking company of scale!

  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.

  Qualifications

  • Analytical Thinking: Expertise in data analysis and strategic decision-making.
  • Communication Skills: Proficiency in both verbal and written interactions.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to diverse environments and changing roles.
  • Project Management: Skill in organizing, executing, and managing projects effectively.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to identify challenges and create innovative solutions.
  • Team Collaboration: Strong collaborative skills for effective teamwork.
  • Time Management: Efficient in managing priorities and adhering to deadlines.
  • Customer Focus: Understanding and addressing customer needs and expectations.

• About the company

  We are Utz. Our story began with Bill and Salie who started making and selling potato chips in 1921. Now we are publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. This is a reflection of Utz quality…in our facilities, in our products and in our people. Together, the Utz team has provided the very best products to an ever growing marketplace since our start.

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