Safety/HR Generalist

Carolina Foods is the founding bakery of Duchess Brand snacks and creator of one of America's first Honey Buns. Our business has been in operation since 1934, and our products are synonymous with quality, innovation, and a longer shelf-life. We are a manufacturer of sweet baked goods, and our products include a variety of delicious individually wrapped items, including honey buns, baked pies, fried pies, and gem donuts to serve all customers' needs. We are poised for major growth and expansion and are looking for driven individuals to join us on our journey. Google 'Falfurrias Carolina Foods' for more information.

Position Summary

The HR/Safety Generalist plays a dual role in supporting both employee engagement and workplace safety within a high-volume commercial bakery. This position is responsible for promoting a positive and compliant work environment by ensuring effective HR practices, leading safety initiatives, and supporting bakery leadership with employee relations, compliance, and training. The HR/Safety Generalist partners closely with employees, supervisors, and managers to foster a safe, inclusive, and engaged workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns, providing guidance and support to ensure fair and consistent actions.
• Conduct safety walks and engage employees in open conversations to identify opportunities to improve safety and employee experience.
• Gather regular feedback from employees on workplace conditions, uniforms, and safety-related needs.
• Support bakery leadership in maintaining positive employee relations and resolving workplace issues.

Safety Reporting & Compliance

• Review incident reports for completeness, accuracy, and timely submission.
• Maintain and organize safety-related documentation in a central safety folder and in employee personnel files.
• Maintain, post, and submit the OSHA 300 log and other regulatory safety records.
• Arrange, document, and drive safety committee meetings to promote a proactive safety culture.
• Ensure the facility Safety Plan is updated, compliant, and effectively communicated.

Safety Training & Development

• Distribute scheduled safety training materials to supervisors and employees.
• Track and record safety training completions in the company’s systems (e.g., PF).
• Follow up with supervisors and teams to ensure timely completion of required training.
• Implement additional proactive training identified by leadership or regulatory changes.
• Coordinate specialized training, including First Aid, CPR, AED, evacuation drills, and other compliance-driven safety initiatives.

General HR Support

• Support HR team members with day-to-day HR administration, compliance, and employee services.
• Assist in planning and executing engagement events to foster a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Support supervisors in administering and collecting company-wide surveys and reporting feedback to leadership.
• Partner with the recruiting team to support hiring initiatives, including interviews, onboarding, and new-hire orientation.
• Assist with benefits administration, including Open Enrollment support, employee questions, and documentation.
• Lead and support HR-related training campaigns for supervisors and employees (e.g., workplace conduct, harassment prevention, performance management).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Safety Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 2 years of experience in HR, Safety, or a combined HR/Safety role, ideally in a manufacturing or food production environment.
• Knowledge of HR practices, employment law, and workplace safety regulations (OSHA, workers’ compensation, etc.).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across all levels of the organization.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and HRIS systems; experience with safety management software a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

Work Environment

• This position works on-site in a commercial bakery environment with exposure to production areas, machinery, and food safety protocols.
• Requires regular walking and standing during safety walks and training activities.
• Evening availability may be needed for training or special events.

Carolina Foods is 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.