Human Resources Manager

Groundworks Industries • Portland, OR

11h • Hybrid

About The Position

Groundworks Services is seeking an experienced and hands-on Human Resources Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations across their retail, manufacturing, distribution, and cultivation teams. This role focuses on employee relations, leave administration, benefits administration, compliance, and partnering with leaders to support consistent and effective people practices across the organization. The company is looking for individuals passionate about cannabis who want to help build an inclusive and professional cannabis culture.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Human Resources experience with strong employee relations experience
• Experience conducting investigations and managing sensitive employee matters
• Working knowledge of FMLA, OFLA, Paid Leave Oregon, ADA, and general employment compliance practices
• Experience administering employee benefits and HR records management
• Strong judgment, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach managers and navigate difficult conversations
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between locations
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid OLCC Marijuana Worker Permit
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to travel between locations as needed
• Ability to participate in in-person meetings and employee discussions
• Ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions

Nice To Haves

• Experience in retail, manufacturing, multi-location environments, or regulated industries preferred
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary day-to-day HR contact for managers and employees across multiple locations
• Manage employee relations matters, including intake, investigations, documentation, follow-up, and resolution recommendations
• Coach managers on attendance, performance management, corrective action, documentation, and terminations
• Support disciplinary actions and terminations, including preparation of documentation and participation in conversations
• Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, OFLA, Paid Leave Oregon, ADA accommodations, and return-to-work processes
• Maintain organized, compliant employee personnel files, including medical, leave, disciplinary, and employment authorization records
• Oversee employee benefits administration, including enrollments, qualifying life events, employee questions, and vendor coordination
• Partner with Payroll/HR Administration to ensure employee changes, deductions, and HRIS records are processed accurately
• Support recruiting efforts including job postings, interview coordination, and hiring manager communication
• Assist with OSHA logs, workers' compensation claims coordination, and other HR compliance processes
• Identify opportunities to improve HR systems, workflows, and department processes
• Help oversee future HR support staff as the department grows

Benefits

• Partially employer-sponsored Medical/Vision
• Voluntary Dental
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• PTO
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees