Senior Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

CP Fresh is a Charlie's Produce Company - Who We Are Charlie's Produce is the largest privately owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, and we are growing. The secret to our success in this industry is PEOPLE! We strive to hire the best and we reward them with a working environment that fosters loyalty, stability, innovation, and growth. Charlie's was founded in quality, and we are proud that it is still our focus. CP Fresh brings the same quality to processed foods that Charlie's brings to produce! Our state of the art processing plant provides fresh-cut fruits and vegetables, an expanded salad line, and a USDA-certified hot kitchen. We partner with local vendors to offer our customers fresh, high-quality, made-to-order products. With a team of dedicated people who are passionate about food, supply chain, and their community- we are looking for like-minded individuals to help further our goal to enhance our communities through quality produce and prepared foods.

What We Offer : An amazing company culture! Medical / Dental / Vision on the first of the month following hire. ESOP (Profit Sharing) and 401(k). Paid vacations, paid holidays. Coverage under State Sick Leave. 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Additional Compensation Details : $75K-$90K annually Potential 90-day performance-based raise Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure

Job Description

The Human Resources Generalist role supports a division of approximately 108 employees within a prepared foods and brand organization. The division is a sub-section of a larger wholesale produce company. The HR Generalist is on site and reports directly to the General Manager. This role is responsible for a wide range of HR functions with the support of corporate human resources i.e. benefits, safety, HRIS and payroll.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• All employees are responsible for food safety and are expected to notify the appropriate manager, supervisor, or key personnel if they witness any compromise to food safety or food quality.
• Manage full-cycle recruiting including job postings, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Administer workers compensation claims, SAW reimbursements, OSHA reporting & compliance and coordinate with insurance providers.
• Support Safety Committee and safety initiatives.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and organize company events.
• Manage leaves of absence including FMLA, disability, and personal leave requests.
• Handle employee relations issues and provide guidance to management and staff.
• Conduct new hire orientation and ensure a thorough and smooth onboarding experience.
• Administer learning and development programs to support employee growth.
• Provide general benefits support including open enrollment and employee inquiries.
• Manage Employee File Compliance.
• Support the Performance Review Process (90 Day and Annual Review).
• Process and investigate Unemployment Claims.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with employees, management and HR colleagues. 5+ years of experience in a generalist HR role, preferably in a food or manufacturing environment. Must be able to prioritize workflow to complete all tasks and have excellent time management. Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Multilingual skills are a plus. Ability to plan, organize, implement and follow through on projects. Ability to convey a positive and professional image.