Job Title: Human Resource Manager

Pure Flavor Farms LP, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of Greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.

Job Summary:

The role of the Human Resources Manager is to provide Human Resources (HR) expertise and leadership support to the business operations. This position is a key member of the local leadership team with responsibilities that include; providing counsel and guidance on all matters related to HR, employment law and compliance, aligning HR strategies with business and customer needs, and fostering an environment consistent with proactive employee relations philosophy, code of conduct, vision and values. The HR Manager plays a critical role in the identification and acquisition of external talent as well as in the development and succession planning of internal talent.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary point of contact for the business operations for all HR matters including staffing, employee relations, leaves of absence, workers’ compensation, employment law, compensation, and benefits.
• Responsible for the compliance of all statutory employment regulations/laws
• Ensures consistent compliance with company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Develops and executes talent acquisition, recruitment processes, and retention strategies.
• Responsible for new hire on-boarding, benefits enrollment, and personnel file maintenance.
• Manages progressive disciplinary system and assists management with employee relations counseling. Conducts all terminations.
• Conducts comprehensive employee relations investigations when necessary. Provides summation of facts to management team and makes recommendations on appropriate course of action.
• Coaches, assesses training needs, motivates, and develops management team to maximize performance.
• Actively participates in Safety Committee and other Safety events .
• Monitors the performance evaluation program.
• Engages in short and long-term planning, sets priorities to optimize time usage, adheres to schedules and plans.
• Develops direct reports to learn and grow and maintains current knowledge in the field.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, required.
• Human Resources certification, preferred.
• A minimum of five years of HR Generalist, Manager, or Business Partner experience; with at least three of those years in a management capacity; experience in a production or distribution industry, preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Able to work in a team environment with individuals of all leadership styles, personalities, and career levels.
• Must be able to handle sensitive issues with tact and maintain strict confidentiality of private information; commitment to high professional and ethical standards.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy, as well as consistent follow-through skills.
• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be willing and able to travel.
• Must be flexible to shift assignments as required to meet both customer & business needs.

Work Environment:

• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility is required; ability and willingness to travel.
• This job operates in a clerical, office setting. Occasional work in a refrigerated warehouse, or in a greenhouse where temperatures can range. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
• Role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Specific vision capabilities required; employee is to work in front of a computer, sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods is required.
• The position may involve needing to lift up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Hothouse Foods today!

Pure Flavor Farms LP is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required.

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