People Operations Specialist

Plantable Foods, Inc.•Eldorado, TX

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About The Position

As People Operations Specialist, you will be a dynamic and proactive force across our work sites, helping to ensure our team operations run smoothly, our people feel supported and engaged, and our culture continues to flourish as we scale. You'll wear a hybrid HR / office-operations hat and partner closely with the People & Culture Manager to build systems, deliver operational excellence, and foster an inclusive, high-energy environment. If you want the opportunity to make an immediate and sustainable impact in the development of the company, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
2 + years of HR/People Operations experience (ideally in a small to medium company or startup environment) delivering HR operations, compliance, onboarding/offboarding, employee relations.
Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal and Texas state employment laws and regulations.
Excellent organizational, time-management and multitasking ability; highly detail-oriented and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build trust and relationships across different levels of the organization.
Comfortable working independently, with a high degree of autonomy, while collaborating with on-site and remote team members.
Proficiency with HRIS/timekeeping/payroll interfaces (or willingness to quickly learn) and with standard office digital tools (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Slack, etc.).
Enthusiastic about fostering a strong team culture, employee experience and driving engagement in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) or working toward certification.
Prior experience in manufacturing, food production or regulated environment.
Office/Facilities or site-operations experience (vendor management, supplies/inventory, meeting/tech setup).
Demonstrated success in employee engagement, events, culture initiatives, or hybrid site workplace settings.

Responsibilities

Administer timesheet and payroll processes in close coordination with accounting and site ops.
Own onboarding and offboarding for the Texas site; support recruitment process logistics (scheduling, coordination, background checks, etc).
Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and programs to support an efficient, compliant and inclusive workplace.
Monitor and maintain employee files and records in alignment with state/federal labor regulations.
Participate in safety & compliance meetings, monitor Workers' Compensation activity, ensure incidents are reported, investigated and followed-up promptly.
Assist accounting/internal audit teams with HRâ/officeârelated audits to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with company objectives.
Review and verify inventory counts and purchasing activity to ensure accuracy, identify inefficiencies, and maintain proper documentation for deliveries and expenses.
Scrutinize operational spending (e.g. job and maintenance supplies) to spot cost-saving opportunities and promote smarter purchasing decisions.
Act as the first point of contact for team members and site visitors, creating a professional and friendly atmosphere.
Resolve employee-relations issues with discretion and professionalism, escalating as needed.
Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives, such as site events, celebrations, and cross-team gatherings; support company-wide events.
Help define and refine operating procedures and guidelines to improve the employee experience and further embed our culture of "We are customer-focused, We are rigorous, We are bold, We are one, We are candid."
Maintain a well-organized, inviting and high-functioning office environment, from greeting new hires and visitors to managing meeting spaces, tech set-up, supplies and vendor relationships.
Proactively manage supplies, inventory and common-area upkeep, ensuring our physical workspace aligns with our brand and culture.
Prepare conference rooms, ensure tech is functioning, coordinate logistics for meetings and trainings.
Coordinate company housing and some travel accommodations for team members and visitors traveling to the Texas site, ensuring a smooth and comfortable stay.

Benefits

Competitive health and wellness benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Discretionary Unlimited PTO Program
Paid Holidays
401k Program
Career Stipend
Career development and growth opportunities
Working in a rapidly growing, flexible and entrepreneurial environment
Team building and company-wide events
Financial support with your relocation, if necessary, ensuring a smooth transition
And of course, lots of beautiful land for outdoor activities!