Human Resources Manager (Fort Worth)

About us :

Headquartered in Vernon, CA, we are a premium full spectrum manufacturer and distributor of fine food products. Family owned and operated since 1977, our Company offers more than 4,000 products to a variety of customers in both the foodservice and retail channels. We are committed to providing the highest quality food products with an unrelenting commitment to fresh, nutritious ingredients and promotion of eco-friendly business practices.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Ensure benefits, payroll, and other aspects of the organizations human resources infrastructure operate with both exceptional accuracy and a strong customer service orientation

Talent Acquisition & Retention

• Lead full cycle recruitment for hourly, salaried, non-exempt, and exempt positions
• Partner with local agencies and schools for workforce pipelines
• Manage and conduct employee onboarding and orientation programs

Employee Relations

Serve as the primary contact for employee concerns, complaints, and conflict resolution

Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture

Conduct investigations and ensure proper documentation

Manage employee relations including but not limited to conflict resolution, performance reviews, disciplinary action, etc.

Coordinate Termination of Employment Procedures and conduct exit interviews

Compliance & Labor Law

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., OSHA, FLSA, FMLA, EEOC)

Maintain all HR documentation and employee files accurately and confidentially

Support internal and external audits

Ensure other Legal responsibilities and Legal Postings Requirements in the workplace

Training & Development

Identify training needs and coordinate development programs

Support cross-training and skill-building for production staff

Manage, coordinate, and implement the mandatory supervisor training as well as employee training in various subjects such as : Wage & Hour, Sexual Harassment Training, etc.

Performance & Compensation

Coordinate performance review cycles

Support merit review, promotions, and disciplinary actions

Assist with compensation, benchmarking, and payroll coordination

Participate in the employee performance review and facilitate employee disciplinary procedures

Identify, report, and resolve workplace barriers to performance

Health, Safety, and Wellbeing

Collaborate with EHS teams to promote a safe work environment

Collaborate with the Safety Department to ensure compliance with all OSHA requirements.

Administer and track leaves, workers comp, and return-to-work processes

Manage companys Workers Compensation by communicating with third-party carriers, employee, and managers / supervisors

Manage, coordinate, track and monitor all Leave of Absences (FMLA) to ensure legal compliance as well as assisting employees with returning to work process

HR Metrics & Reporting

Track key HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, engagement)

Provide regular reports to management for decision-making

Benefits Management

Serve as a liaison between employees and brokers for plan vendors and third-party administrators

Oversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database and update employee payroll records

Manage daily benefits processing - handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, distributions, loans, hardships, and compliance testing

Manage full-cycle benefits administration : Medical, Dental, Vision and AFLAC Benefits options. Oversees administration of all employee benefits from start to finish, including enrollment processing, eligibility changes and coverage terminations in the HRIS system and communication with carriers.

Work closely with insurance carriers and insurance broker to facilitate annual open enrollment, cancellation, and COBRA process. Prepare memos to ensure facility wide communication. Attend meetings and prepare meeting summary.

Payroll

Manage full-cycle multi-state payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees

Complete payroll reports for record-keeping purposes and managerial review

Reconcile payroll prior transmission and validate confirmed reports

Ensure that payroll is processed accurately and timely

Ensure payroll is following all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws

Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions

Maintains employee confidence & protects operations by keeping HR information confidential

Research & resolve problems, perform scheduled activities, and liaison with service providers

Maintain quality service by following organization standards

Manage the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR and Payroll Department

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience :

Associates or bachelors degree in Human Resources or related fields

A minimum of five or more years of Human Resources Management experience required

A minimum of five or more years of payroll processing experience required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to use Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with HRIS and benefits databases

Knowledge of all pertinent federal and state regulations, filing and compliance requirements, both adopted and pending, affecting employee benefits programs, including the ACA, ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, Section 125, workers' compensation, Medicare, OBRA, and Social Security and DOL requirements.

ADP WFN and Assure Time Keeping System knowledge / experience preferred

Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.

Strong ability to pay attention to detail and perform tasks accurately

Ability to access, locate, and organize files and documents

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Ability to work well with all levels of management

Ability to demonstrate good common sense and sound judgment

Ability to perform well in a fast-paced work environment

Proficiency in MS Windows with MS Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Benefits Overview :

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Accident Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401k