HR / Office Manager

Job Description

Our Company:

Tanimura & Antle is an employee owned family farming business with a four-generation legacy and a passionate commitment to growing premium quality produce. As one of the largest independent vegetable growers in the United States, Tanimura & Antle farms more than 36,000 acres of rich, fertile farmland and ships a full line of premium fresh conventional, organic and greenhouse grown produce products throughout the nation.

We are looking for employees that fit into the Tanimura & Antle culture and want to have an impact on our growth and success. We believe in, and are committed to, creating a sustainable future through innovation throughout our operations.

Our Mission:

To "Consistently provide our customers fresh and healthy premium produce with superior customer service that meets and exceeds their quality and value expectations"

Our Vision:

To "Operate as a highly innovative company, sustainably growing, while enhancing the lives of all through employee ownership and customer inspired partnerships"

The Role: Office/HR Manager responsible for overseeing all HR/Payroll functions with some financial responsibilities for our Tennessee operations. Someone who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative work environment. Self-motivated and energized about continuously improvement and adding value Prioritizes workload and looks to improve efficiencies Enjoys working with people.

Location: Livingston, TN

Pay Range: $50,000 to $80,000 per year

Areas of Responsibility:

HR functions including:

Works directly with the local leadership team and the Corporate HR team to support organization goals.

Process employee actions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, terminations, and employee statistics.

Ensures the effectiveness of the recruitment and onboarding processes.

Develops and updates job descriptions

Ensures all local HR policies and practices are aligned with Corporate HR and compliant with state and federal laws.

Hiring new employees

Coordinating the staffing of temporary help for operations

Administering new hire employee orientations

Monitoring employee attendance

Addressing employee matters

Coordinating FMLA / WC leaves

Assisting employees with Company benefit related inquiries

Enforces a safe work environment

Assists with the coordination of weekly/monthly safety tailgate meeting with employees.

Handles work related injuries.

Handle Payroll, Kronos timekeeping system

Recording employee time keeping exceptions (e.g. sick days, vacation days taken)

Keeping up-to-date and advising management and supervisors about state and federal regulations

Developing programs to boost employee morale, teamwork and employee retention

Accounting functions including:

Handling A/R, A/P

Assisting corporate controller with period close and financial audits.

Maintaining employee and vendor files.

Assisting the General Manager and other team members on special projects as needed

Providing Administrative Support to the facility

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Skills:

Bachelor Degree in Business Management with a minimum of 5 years' experience related to Accounting and/or HR functions

2 - 3 years of experience in a human resources management role

Persistent and dependable to deliverables and deadlines

Excellent organizational skills to include planning and organizing, communication, problem analysis and problem solving, judgement, decision-making, adaptability, teamwork, negotiation skills, and confidentiality.

Ability to plan ahead and anticipate/prevent problems

Ability to accurately diagnose organization issues, develop solutions, and implement actions plans.

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Solid understanding of basic accounting principles

Society of Human Resources Management Certification, a plus

Ideal Attributes:

Thrives in a fast paced, collaborative work environment.

Self-motivated and energized about continuously improvement and adding value

Prioritizes workload and looks to improve efficiencies

Enjoys working with people

Possess strong communication/interpersonal skills. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, effectively present information and respond to questions from employees.

Able to use computer software related to Database management, Internet, Project Management, Excel Spreadsheet, Word and PowerPoint.

Capable of implementing designated business objectives.

Bilingual (English/Spanish), a plus

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