Senior HR Generalist

Charlie’s Produce - Who We Are

Charlie's Produce is a privately owned wholesale produce company. We are 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.

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.

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.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits, and onsite parking.
• Coverage under State Sick Leave.
• 100% Prepaid College Tuition for employees and their dependents.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

Additional Compensation Details:

• $71K - $99K annually
• Potential 90-day performance-based raise
• Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure

What You'll Do:

• Workers' Compensation: Manage the full lifecycle of workers' compensation claims, from initial reporting to claim closure. You will serve as the primary liaison between injured employees, medical providers, and our insurance carrier, ensuring prompt and compassionate care. You will also develop and manage effective return-to-work programs and analyze data to identify trends and implement preventative measures to reduce workplace injuries.
• Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor and first point of contact for employees and managers on a variety of HR-related topics. You will conduct thorough and objective employee relations investigations, resolve conflicts, and guide disciplinary actions in compliance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Recruiting and Onboarding: Manage end-to-end recruitment cycle for assigned roles, primarily supporting operational and field staff positions. This includes developing job descriptions, sourcing candidates through produce industry channels and local networks, screening applications, conducting interviews, and coordinating with hiring managers to extend offers. 
• Learning and Development: Administer learning and development programs: Manage and deliver a range of employee training programs, including new supervisor development, performance management, HRIS utilization, and state-mandated compliance training. Ensure compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and regulations to ensure all training content is compliant and effectively communicated to employees and managers. Measure effectiveness: Partner with leadership to evaluate the impact of training programs on employee skills and business objectives.
• Safety Program Support: Champion a safety-first culture by supporting and collaborating with our safety and operations teams. You will participate in safety committee meetings, help facilitate safety training, and ensure HR policies and procedures support a safe working environment.
• Benefits Communication: Partner with corporate HR and benefits manager to lead the annual open enrollment process and drive strategic benefits initiatives. This includes developing clear communication plans, facilitating employee education, and identifying opportunities to streamline administrative workflows for greater efficiency.
• Employee Engagement: Lead the planning and execution of divisional employee appreciation events, collaborating with a dedicated committee and senior leadership for employee recognition, leveraging appreciation events to strengthen engagement and retention.

What you'll bring:

• Proven Experience: A minimum of 5 years of progressive HR Generalist experience, ideally within a manufacturing, distribution, or produce-related environment.
• Expert Knowledge: A solid understanding of employee relations, recruitment best practices, and federal and state employment laws, particularly concerning Workers' Compensation and safety.
• Professional Certification: PHR or SHRM-CP certification is strongly preferred.
• Strong Communication: An approachable and professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strategic Mindset: The ability to think both tactically and strategically, identifying trends and developing solutions to complex challenges.
• Passion for People: A genuine interest in building a positive and inclusive company culture where every employee feels valued.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This is a safety-sensitive position.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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