Human Resources Generalist- Human Resources- 1st Shift

Bolthouse Fresh Foods; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Group Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life and AD&D

Group Short-Term Disability

Group Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bolthouse Fresh Foods in Bakersfield, CA is seeking an HR Generalist to manage employee relations, recruitment, leaves of absence, policy compliance, and performance management across the organization. You will partner with managers to develop training, administer benefits, ensure regulatory compliance, and support talent development while upholding company policies and a safe, inclusive work environment.

This full-time, first-shift position offers exposure to multi-location operations and a

Qualifications

• Experience in employee relations investigations.
• Knowledge of benefits and leaves of absence.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• High interpersonal skills for handling confidential situations.
• Strong decision-making and guidance abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to work with various departments and foster teamwork.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Skills in database management and record keeping.
• Strong ethics and fairness.
• Knowledge of labor laws to ensure compliance.
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
• Attention to detail in documents.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of HR administration principles.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal employment laws.
• Investigate safety of work environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultative advisory support to leaders on employee relations, benefits, leaves, recruitment, disciplinary actions.
• Conduct end-to-end employee relations investigations.
• Investigate injuries to determine causes and preventive measures.
• Coordinate safety training and communicate policies across departments.
• Regularly communicate with managers to improve morale and source candidates.
• Lead training to grow talent and support organizational change.
• Advise on employment policies and conflict resolution at all levels.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws.
• Administer attendance, performance, and disciplinary processes.
• Lead Kronos wage/hour audits and HR compliance reporting.

Skills

Employee relations

Benefits & leaves

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Record keeping

Ethics & fairness

Labor law compliance

Safety investigations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or EH&S

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

• This position will report to the: Director
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Shift: 1st
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $70,500 to $77,000

THE ROLE:

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Human Resources Generalist will have responsibilities related to employee management including but not limited to employee relations, recruitment, leave of absence, policy and regulations, performance management, training, compliance, development, Benefits and disciplinary action. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with fellow HR team members and operational managers to ensure the successful execution of all HR strategies.

JOB DUTIES:

• Experience providing consultative and collaborative advice and support to business leaders on HR matters, including employee relations, benefits, leaves, recruitment, disciplinary action, immigration and performance management.
• End to End Employee Relations investigations.
• Investigate industrial accidents, injuries, or occupational diseases to determine causes and preventive measures.
• Conduct or/and coordinator worker training in areas such as safety laws and regulations.
• Communicate with managers and employees on a regular basis to establish rapport, gauge morale, and source new candidate leads.
• This position will guide departmental management in developing and delivering training that enhances employee professional growth and supports organizational change by communicating ways for the organization to become more effective, especially in the area of developing and growing talent.
• Serve as advisor on company employment policies and conflict resolution to all levels of management within the company.
• Collaborates with cross- functional teams to ensure clients' organizational needs are met and to develop strategic programs.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Solicits and listens to employee’s concerns and takes an active role in resolving problems.
• Provides information, or facilitates employees' ability to obtain information, about benefits, compensation, training and other employee programs.
• Implement and communicate company policies, procedures, and initiatives.
• New Hire Navex Scheduling
• Conduct and analyze Exit Interviews
• Leading day to day administration of human resource tasks with direction from the human resources Director.
• Execute and communicate Departing Paperwork
• Ensure 30,60,90s are being administered accordingly.
• Facilitate monthly employee training.
• Review on the cusp discipline with HR Leaders to action plan.
• End to end process of ER Cases across the organization.
• Review and approve attendance and disciplines to also support the organization.
• Support and model employee engagement initiatives.
• Perform quarterly Kronos Audits for Wage & Hour Compliance
• Collect, compile, analyze and prepare reports for HR compliance.
• Conduct Self Audits to ensure compliance with all employment laws, OSHA, Workers’ Comp., I9’s, and DOT regulations.
• Engage in regular follow-up meetings with managers, TA, and HR Leaders to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.
• Regular follow-up meetings with managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.
• Travel to support when needed to other locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Employee Relations investigations experience
• Benefits & Leaves of Absence Knowledge
• Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software applications Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Excellent decision-making capabilities and ability to guide others towards making sound business choices.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with various departments and foster teamwork.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Skills in database management and record keeping.
• High degree of professional ethics and sense of fairness
• Must understand Labor Laws to ensure compliance.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials.
• Establishing priorities and meeting deadlines
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource management administration
• Strong knowledge of local, federal, and state employment laws and regulations
• Investigate safety of work environments

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or 2 years of experience in Human Resources and or Environmental Health & Safety.
• Bilingual- Fluent in Spanish, ability to read, write and speak.
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Human Resources generalist with emphasis in performance development, training, employee relations, benefits and leave administration.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards
• Workers’ Comp or EHS Certification
• Knowledge of CA health & safety regulations

Physical Demands:

• Operate office equipment requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.
• Work is performed primarily in an office setting, with the majority of the time at a computer workstation with frequent interruptions.
• May be required to stand/walk for extended period of time during work, occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist.
• Ability to climb stairs/steps and work in cold environments.
• Will be required to enter production/operations environment to conduct investigations.
• Lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 25 lbs.

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

1st Shift – 8:00AM to 5:00 PM; Monday through Friday onsite, when business requires before/after hours will be mandatory. Will be part of a weekend rotation to provide weekend support as needed.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: [e-mail] for additional support or guidance.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.