Description

From our headquarters in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods distributes fresh-cut fruits, vegetables, and meal solutions to nearly 100 million customers daily. Strategically and centrally located, our main hub has easy access to every major interstate on the Eastern Seaboard. With 650,000 square feet of devoted facilities, we process over 100 million pounds of produce annually for our retail, food service, and industrial customers alike.

We have spent 40 years perfecting our production and safety processes, and our support and partnership have generated new possibilities for an array of customers from restaurants to convenience store chains to supermarket prepared food operations, and every high-volume fresh food marketspace in between.

F&S Fresh Foods is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Bilingual Human Resources Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and Spanish and have a strong background in plant floor human resources management. The Bilingual HR Manager will be as comfortable with 'rolling up their sleeves' and working alongside employees on the production floor as they are behind a computer. The perfect candidate will channel their passion for people and bias for action to lead the plant HR team through HR programs and activities that drive growth and enhance service delivery to our plant operations teams in the New Jersey locations. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that align with the company's goals and objectives. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Anticipate staffing requirements and implement proactive talent acquisition initiatives. Manage the recruitment process, including job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related issues, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
• Drive initiatives to enhance employee engagement, morale, and overall job satisfaction. 
• Foster a culture of continuous learning to enhance employee skills and promote career development. 
• Establish and maintain employee recognition programs to acknowledge and reward outstanding contributions. Celebrate achievements and milestones within the plant.
• Develop and track key metrics related to employee satisfaction, retention, and overall productivity.
• Utilize HR analytics to measure the impact of HR initiatives on plant performance. Harness technology to streamline HR processes, from recruitment automation to employee engagement platforms.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR databases.
• Collaborate with safety officers to implement and monitor workplace safety programs. 
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Conduct training sessions for employees and managers on HR-related topics.
• Manage new HR-related projects, programs and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5 years of proven experience in HR management, in a manufacturing or plant operations environment
• Fluent in both English and Spanish
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Strong understanding of plant-specific HR challenges and dynamics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build trusting working relationships and influence positive change
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR-related software applications

If you meet the above requirements and are looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team, please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration. 

We offer: 

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for career growth within a dynamic and expanding organization.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of plant operations at F&S Fresh Foods!