Human Resources Director

Human Resources Director

Company: Native Maine

Location: Westbrook, ME – office based

Reporting Relationship: Chief Human Resources Officer

About Native Maine

Native Maine Produce & Specialty Foods (Native Maine) is a leading New England wholesale

food distributor based in Westbrook, Maine serving businesses throughout Maine, New

Hampshire & Massachusetts with delivery of fresh produce, dairy, meats & specialty foods.

Stocking over 3,000 food products from Maine and around the globe, our customers are

provided quality, in-stock products and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

The Human Resource Director serves as the primary HR leader for the assigned business units,

reporting to the CHRO and translating enterprise HR strategy into effective local execution for a

warehouse-based business. Manages complex employee relations matters, ensures legal and

policy compliance, and coaches leaders on performance, engagement, and workforce issues.

Promotes consistent, fair, and compliant employee experience.

 Implement HR strategies and initiatives aligning with the overall business strategy,

reviewing periodically for changes to meet business needs

 Advise department Directors and Managers in company policy and legal responsibilities

related to managing personnel

 Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention of talent while promoting the brand as the

employer of choice

 Respond to and support employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions

maintaining a safe and compliant workplace while reviewing overall trends and making

recommendations for remedial action to leadership.

 Maximize utilization of HRIS for self-service and communication to distribute information

and promote programs

 Lead performance management and employee development programs tailored to each

department

 Drives consistent adherence to enterprise performance management standards by guiding

leaders on goal setting, evaluations, and corrective action to ensure fairness, accountability,

and business alignment.

 Advise on compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain talent in a competitive

labor market

 Translates HR and workforce data such as turnover, safety, and talent acquisition metrics

into clear, data-driven recommendations for senior leaders to support proactive and

informed business decisions.

 Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws to include management

of workers’ compensation, OSHA and leave administration.

 Leads benefits administration processes, including enrollments, communications, and issue

resolution, ensuring a positive employee experience while maintaining strong governance

and controls.

 Partner with HR team across Produce One portfolio to ensure consistent execution of HR

strategy and to share best practices.

Professional Qualifications

 Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

 Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership

role within warehouse or transportation industries preferred

 Strong knowledge of employment laws, basic DOT regulations, OSHA compliance, and best

HR practices

 Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills STRONG

 Proven ability to build strong relationships and collaborate across all levels of an

organization

 HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is a plus and/or other HR Group

Membership

 Experience in managing workforce challenges; preferably specific to warehouse

environments

Physical Demands and Work Environment

 Frequent sitting, standing and walking

 Occasionally required to climb, bend, kneel or lift up to 25 lbs.

 Potential exposure to outside elements and inclement weather conditions

 24/7 Operations, flexible work schedule to include nights and weekends as needed

Native Maine is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the

decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence,

performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion,

marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition,

pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,

veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.