Supervisor, Human Resources - Field

BerryMex•Oxnard, CA

1d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Description Job Contributions and Key Responsibilities: Supervision Supervise the HR Team in support of the District Employee Resource Center and employee onboarding. Monitor team's work activity in support of goals, objectives, and assignments. Provide staff direction and coaching, may participate in providing input related to performance evaluation and succession planning process. Human Resources Supervision and Administration Employee Information / Records Maintain applicant database Ensure/oversee data entry accuracy and timelines related to employee transactions and information maintained in HRIS. Ensures employee record documentation is compliant with legal requirements. Instructs and oversees new hire onboarding and orientation processes. Information Reporting Generate reports - such as employee demographics, new hire, turnover, retention, absenteeism, active no hours, etc. Maintain Exit Interviews Reporting Results. Handle employee-related correspondence. Verifications of employment. Benefits audits. Ensure/oversee internal employee records audits, including I-9 audits. Policies and Procedures Ensure employee handbooks are literacy competent, compliant with applicable labor laws, and updated on an annual basis. May recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures that result in continuous improvements. Compensation Oversee annual field overhead compensation adjustments process for field employees Support production efficiency initiatives - example: Pay for Quality program and Mercado machines, Non-Harvest Differentials Responsible for tracking, maintaining, and reporting pay changes and incentives information - examples: crate pay tables, pay rate changes (OH & harvesters), piece rate changes, crate incentive for harvesters, OH piece rates, pay code updates, CL/Puncher crate incentive, referral program, etc. Employee Relations Collaborate with the Manager / PBP to effectively resolve employee complaints and investigations; effectively resolve employee relations issues. Conduct employee relations investigations as needed. Environmental Health and Safety Support safety investigation related to workplace injuries and incidents in coordination with EHS, Generalists, and district leadership. Assist in gathering documentation, employee statements, and incident reports. Ensure timely completion of required injury documentation and reporting in compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements. Support communication between the injured employee, management, and the Workers’ Compensation team. Participate in root cause discussions and follow-up corrective action tracking as assigned. Assist with the implementation of safety policies and field compliance initiatives. Reinforce safety awareness messaging during onboarding and employee meetings. Labor Programs Supervise recruitment programs related to seasonal workforce planning for sufficient harvesting and field operations demands. Collaborate with PBP regarding deployment of assigned human resources strategies. Maintain Labor Needs database in support of projected labor needs. Manage an effective and timely deployment of new workers to ranches that need additional labor. Develop and sustain an increase of labor retention through Workers Come First philosophy. Coordinate talent review process for field operations and support the development of leaders. Participate in field compensation planning through gathering of industry wages, incentives, and benefits – focus RAC as industry leader. Training and Development Support Support coordination and delivery of HR compliance training programs, including sexual harassment prevention, discrimination prevention, workplace violence and company policy updates. Assist in facilitating and scheduling new hire orientation and onboarding sessions. Coordinate safety training sessions in collaboration with EHS, Generalists, and district leadership. Maintain training attendance records and ensure documentation compliance. Track completion of mandatory training requirements and follow up with supervisors as needed. Provide logistical support for leadership and workforce development sessions. Reinforce key HR and safety messaging during HR Monthly Meetings for frontline leadership and field visits. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of workplace investigations and documentation standards.
Comprehensive knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws (federal, state, and local).
Understands other perspectives - Works through conflict effectively and positively.
Commitment toward accomplishing goals.
Maintain strict confidentiality of all employee records, including personnel files, compensation data, medical information, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
Actively participates and supports a collaborative team environment
Demonstrate resilience in setbacks
Strong communication skills include written, verbal, listening, and presentation.
Excellent interpersonal skills; professional and diplomatic demeanor.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, or related software
Attention to detail and ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects; time management skills.
Ability to create new ideas.
Flexibility in working through changing expectations.
Exercise good judgment and professional maturity.
Ability to build rapport with colleagues and management.
Strong consulting, problem solving skills.
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration preferred or combined experience and education.
2 years’ experience in Human Resources preferred / related field considered.
Working knowledge of farming industry; experience in diverse cultural orientation
English & Spanish: >95% Necessary

Nice To Haves

Professional certification strongly preferred: HRCI / PHR. PHR-CA, SHRM: SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
If driving is a necessary part of a job employees are required to possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Supervise the HR Team in support of the District Employee Resource Center and employee onboarding.
Monitor team's work activity in support of goals, objectives, and assignments.
Provide staff direction and coaching, may participate in providing input related to performance evaluation and succession planning process.
Maintain applicant database
Ensure/oversee data entry accuracy and timelines related to employee transactions and information maintained in HRIS.
Ensures employee record documentation is compliant with legal requirements.
Instructs and oversees new hire onboarding and orientation processes.
Generate reports - such as employee demographics, new hire, turnover, retention, absenteeism, active no hours, etc.
Maintain Exit Interviews Reporting Results.
Handle employee-related correspondence.
Verifications of employment.
Benefits audits.
Ensure/oversee internal employee records audits, including I-9 audits.
Ensure employee handbooks are literacy competent, compliant with applicable labor laws, and updated on an annual basis.
May recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures that result in continuous improvements.
Oversee annual field overhead compensation adjustments process for field employees
Support production efficiency initiatives - example: Pay for Quality program and Mercado machines, Non-Harvest Differentials
Responsible for tracking, maintaining, and reporting pay changes and incentives information - examples: crate pay tables, pay rate changes (OH & harvesters), piece rate changes, crate incentive for harvesters, OH piece rates, pay code updates, CL/Puncher crate incentive, referral program, etc.
Collaborate with the Manager / PBP to effectively resolve employee complaints and investigations; effectively resolve employee relations issues.
Conduct employee relations investigations as needed.
Support safety investigation related to workplace injuries and incidents in coordination with EHS, Generalists, and district leadership.
Assist in gathering documentation, employee statements, and incident reports.
Ensure timely completion of required injury documentation and reporting in compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
Support communication between the injured employee, management, and the Workers’ Compensation team.
Participate in root cause discussions and follow-up corrective action tracking as assigned.
Assist with the implementation of safety policies and field compliance initiatives.
Reinforce safety awareness messaging during onboarding and employee meetings.
Supervise recruitment programs related to seasonal workforce planning for sufficient harvesting and field operations demands.
Collaborate with PBP regarding deployment of assigned human resources strategies.
Maintain Labor Needs database in support of projected labor needs.
Manage an effective and timely deployment of new workers to ranches that need additional labor.
Develop and sustain an increase of labor retention through Workers Come First philosophy.
Coordinate talent review process for field operations and support the development of leaders.
Participate in field compensation planning through gathering of industry wages, incentives, and benefits – focus RAC as industry leader.
Support Support coordination and delivery of HR compliance training programs, including sexual harassment prevention, discrimination prevention, workplace violence and company policy updates.
Assist in facilitating and scheduling new hire orientation and onboarding sessions.
Coordinate safety training sessions in collaboration with EHS, Generalists, and district leadership.
Maintain training attendance records and ensure documentation compliance.
Track completion of mandatory training requirements and follow up with supervisors as needed.
Provide logistical support for leadership and workforce development sessions.
Reinforce key HR and safety messaging during HR Monthly Meetings for frontline leadership and field visits.
Other duties as assigned.