Regional Human Resources Director
About The Position
F&S Fresh Foods is seeking a Regional Human Resources Director to serve as the senior HR partner for regional operations leadership and align HR initiatives with operational and business goals. The role leads and develops site HR teams, advises leaders on employee relations and performance, and builds a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. The Director oversees employee relations, investigations, employment-law compliance, talent management, workforce planning, HR operations, and process improvement across multiple sites. The role also partners with safety leadership to reinforce workplace safety and culture. The position supports manufacturing, distribution, or operations environments and requires advanced knowledge of federal and California employment laws.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, Labor/Employment Relations, Organizational Leadership, or a related field.
- 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience.
- 3–5 years in a multi-site HR leadership role.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, or operations environments.
- Demonstrated experience handling complex employee relations issues and investigations.
- Advanced knowledge of federal and California state employment laws.
- Experience managing HR operations across multiple locations.
- Ability to influence senior leaders and drive change.
- Excellent conflict resolution and investigation skills.
- Strong business judgment and ability to balance risk mitigation with operational realities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of discretion and professionalism.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or HR certification, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the senior HR partner for regional operations leadership and align HR initiatives with operational and business goals.
- Coach and advise leadership teams on employee relations, performance management, and leadership development.
- Drive a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
- Lead, coach, and develop site HR teams, establishing clear expectations and consistent HR practices across the region.
- Lead complex employee relations investigations and recommend disciplinary actions.
- Ensure consistent application of company policies across locations.
- Proactively address workplace issues to reduce legal risk and improve employee engagement.
- Manage escalated grievances, complaints, and conflict resolution.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including applicable California and Oregon requirements.
- Oversee compliance with wage and hour laws, FMLA, ADA, and other labor regulations.
- Partner with legal counsel on employment matters when necessary.
- Support audits, regulatory inquiries, and litigation response.
- Partner with leadership to identify staffing needs and workforce planning strategies.
- Design and execute regional talent acquisition strategies and guide site HR staff in high-volume hourly hiring for production and skilled trades.
- Oversee onboarding program design and delivery, holding site HR accountable for consistent and compliant new-hire experiences.
- Support recruitment strategies for key leadership and technical roles.
- Implement performance management processes and execute succession planning.
- Drive leadership development initiatives and management training.
- Ensure consistency in HR policies, procedures, and documentation across all sites.
- Monitor HR metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, engagement, and employee relations trends.
- Implement HR systems, reporting tools, and process improvements.
- Ensure effective onboarding, training, and employee communication programs.
- Partner with safety leadership to reinforce safety culture and compliance.
- Support investigations and corrective actions related to workplace incidents.
- Promote employee engagement and open communication.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off annually and paid holidays.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Tuition assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
