Human Resources Manager

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 organization’s human resources infrastructure operate with both exceptional accuracy and a strong customer service orientation Talent Acquisition & RetentionLead full cycle recruitment for hourly, salaried, non-exempt, and exempt positionsPartner with local agencies and schools for workforce pipelinesManage and conduct employee onboarding and orientation programs Employee RelationsServe as the primary contact for employee concerns, complaints, and conflict resolutionFoster a positive and inclusive workplace cultureConduct investigations and ensure proper documentationManage 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 LawEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (e.g., OSHA, FLSA, FMLA, EEOC)Maintain all HR documentation and employee files accurately and confidentiallySupport internal and external auditsEnsure other Legal responsibilities and Legal Postings Requirements in the workplace Training & DevelopmentIdentify training needs and coordinate development programsSupport cross-training and skill-building for production staffManage, coordinate, and implement the mandatory supervisor training as well as employee training in various subjects such as: Wage & Hour, Sexual Harassment Training, etc.

Performance & CompensationCoordinate performance review cyclesSupport merit review, promotions, and disciplinary actionsAssist with compensation, benchmarking, and payroll coordinationParticipate in the employee performance review and facilitate employee disciplinary proceduresIdentify, report, and resolve workplace barriers to performance Health, Safety, and WellbeingCollaborate 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 company’s Worker’s 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 & ReportingTrack key HR metrics (turnover, absenteeism, engagement)Provide regular reports to management for decision-making Benefits ManagementServe as a liaison between employees and brokers for plan vendors and third-party administratorsOversee maintenance of employee benefits files, maintain group benefits database and update employee payroll recordsManage daily benefits processing - handle enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries, disability, accident and death claims, rollovers, distributions, loans, hardships, and compliance testingManage 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.

PayrollManage full-cycle multi-state payroll for exempt and non-exempt employeesComplete 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 confidentialResearch & resolve problems, perform scheduled activities, and liaison with service providersMaintain quality service by following organization standardsManage the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR and Payroll DepartmentOther duties as assigned Qualifications and Experience:Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related fieldsA minimum of five or more years of Human Resources Management experience requiredA 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 databasesKnowledge 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 preferredAbility to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.Strong ability to pay attention to detail and perform tasks accuratelyAbility to access, locate, and organize files and documentsAbility to handle sensitive and confidential informationAbility to work well with all levels of managementAbility to demonstrate good common sense and sound judgmentAbility to perform well in a fast-paced work environmentProficiency in MS Windows with MS Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook) Benefits Overview:Holiday PayPaid Time OffHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceAccident InsuranceLife InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)401k