Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding:
   • Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract, select, and retain top talent for all levels of the organization, from field operations to administrative staff.
   • Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job posting, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and offer management.
   • Design and execute robust onboarding programs to ensure new hires are successfully integrated into the company culture and quickly become productive members of the team.
   • Oversee background checks, drug screenings, and E-Verify processes.
2. Compensation & Benefits:
   • Administer and manage all aspects of payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution for a diverse workforce, including seasonal and agricultural workers.
   • Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other ancillary benefits.
   • Conduct market research and participate in salary surveys to ensure competitive compensation structures.
   • Oversee leave management (FMLA, sick leave, vacation, etc.).
3. Employee Relations & Performance Management:
   • Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on a wide range of HR-related issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans.
   • Develop and implement performance management systems that align with company goals and foster employee growth and development.
   • Conduct internal investigations as needed, ensuring fair and consistent application of company policies.
   • Champion a positive and productive work environment, promoting employee engagement and morale.
4. HR Administration & Compliance:
   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records and documentation, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations (e.g., OSHA, FLSA, EEO, CAL/OSHA for California-based companies).
   • Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures, ensuring clear communication and consistent application.
   • Prepare and submit required HR reports and filings.
   • Oversee unemployment claims and workers' compensation administration.
5. Training & Development:
   • Identify training needs and develop or source relevant training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge, particularly in areas like food safety, agricultural practices, and leadership development.
   • Facilitate training sessions as needed.
6. Safety & Risk Management:
   • Collaborate with operations to ensure a safe working environment, particularly given the nature of agricultural and food production work.
   • Participate in safety committee meetings and initiatives.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a management role, preferably within the agricultural, food production, manufacturing, or a similarly fast-paced industry with a significant blue-collar workforce.
• In-depth knowledge of federal and state labor laws and regulations, especially those pertinent to the agricultural industry.
• Proven experience managing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, employee relations, and performance management.
• Strong understanding of payroll systems and best practices. Experience with [mention specific HRIS/payroll software if applicable, e.g., ADP, Paychex, Workday] is a plus.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.