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Sr HR Specialist, Burley

McCain Foods


Job Location:

Burley, WA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 81600 - 108900
Posted: 27 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Position Title: Sr HR Specialist Burley

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID:42600

In every role McCainers are ambitious curious and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role.

The Senior HR Specialist provides advanced HR support by leading complex employee relations matters coaching frontline leaders and strengthening the overall employee experience across the plant. This role partners closely with the HR Business Partner and site leadership to drive consistent compliant and effective people practices aligned with business needs.

The Senior HR Specialist owns key HR programs analyzes workforce trends to inform action leads continuous improvement initiatives and mentors HR Specialists to build capability across the HR team. Serving as a trusted advisor and HRBP delegate when needed.

This role is not remote- it is on-site in our Burley ID plant.

What youll be doing.

  • Support and Coach leadership people managers and employees with escalated employee relations issues (activities may include conducting investigations managing appeals addressing misconduct issuing discipline suspension and / or termination)
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition team on local recruitment efforts such as maintaining job requisitions running talent acquisition events proactively sourcing candidates and developing / maintaining the local candidate pool(s) Hourly & Salary positions
  • Manage candidate assessment and selection process to ensure alignment of talent and local business needs / succession plans
  • Process voluntary and involuntary separations for in-scope employees (escalated separations & salary) mitigating any potential risks and adhering to local legal requirements
  • Manage in-scope employee leave of absence process (salary and delicate situations to include global/regional/corporate employees) including working closely with vendor and initiating the leave of absence within the HR system
  • Collaborate with the Employee Experience Center HRBPs and leadership to manage reductions in force / redundancy efforts organization structure changes etc
  • Work with any relevant local authorities / vendors to ensure local legal requirements and business needs are adhered to Keeping McCains legal team informed on potential heightened risks
  • Manage in-scope leave of absence processes including coordination with vendors and timely communication with employees and leaders
  • Support workplace accommodations and partner with Occupational Health or Safety teams where applicable
  • Assist with return-to-work and gradual reintegration plans ensuring proper documentation and follow-up
  • Share insights and trends with key stakeholders to drive more effective / efficient HR customer service delivery
  • Review and maintain the relevancy of content and processes within HRNow
  • Develop support and maintain the employee engagement program initiatives that reinforce the companys goals and culture
  • Act as a McCain brand ambassador engaging with all levels of employees onsite
  • Guide and Assist with the management and implementation of employee retention initiatives

What youll need to be successful.

  • Bachelors Degree Human Resources Business Administration or relevant field HR Certification a plus
  • Proven HR Experience as a HR Generalist working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Comprehensive HR policy and process knowledge and the ability to apply it.
  • Extensive Employee Relations experience with strong knowledge of employment-related laws and regulation
  • Ability to understand and apply HR compliance requirements
  • Strong business acumen coupled with project management and analytical skills
  • Proven teamwork capabilities; strong relationship management and interpersonal skills
  • Strong ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with impact and handle confidential information
  • HR Project delivery with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Working knowledge of HR systems particularly SuccessFactors and Service Now Kronos and/or Dimensions a plus

About McCain.

Click Hereto learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.

Leadership principles.

At McCain our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers collaborate as a team and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs driving innovation empowering people and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain experience.

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here youll find opportunities to learn grow and thrive. Join us and experience why were better together.

Compensation Package:$81600.00 - $108900.00 . USD annually Bonus eligibility

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience skill set education and training and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Benefits: At McCain were on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do every day. We understand and appreciate that each persons needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical dental vision prescription drug) retirement savings benefits and leave support including medical family and bereavement. Well-being programsinclude vacation and holidays company-supported volunteering time and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with country provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level location and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us and were here to provide you with the necessary resourcesto support you in being your best self at work and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity resilience and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex age veteran status disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms) pleaselet us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCains Global Privacy Policyand Global Employee Privacy Policy as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information isbeing handled here.

Job Family:Human Resources
Location(s): US - United States of America : Idaho : Burley

Company:McCain Foods USA Inc.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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McCain Foods | Our purpose - 'Celebrating real connections through delicious, planet-friendly food'. We supply delicious frozen French fries, potato specialties, and appetizers to retail and foodservice customers around the globe.

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