Job Contributions and Key Responsibilities
Supervision Supervise the HR Team in support of the District Employee Resource Center and employee onboarding. Monitor teams 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 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
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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.
Education Level Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or Business Administration preferred or combined experience and education.
Experience 2 years' experience in Human Resources preferred / related field considered. Working knowledge of farming industry; experience in diverse cultural orientation
Specializations, Certifications, and Specific Experience Professional certification strongly preferred: HRCI / PHR. PHR-CA, SHRM: SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
Licenses If driving is a necessary part of a job employees are required to possess a valid driver's license.
Languages English & Spanish: >95%
Necessary Software Microsoft Office - Intermediate
Travel Requirements Ability to travel 40% of the time - domestic/local between ranches
Pay Scale $80,000 - $90,000
Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC) Reiter Affiliated Companies (RAC) is the largest fresh multi-berry producer in the world, growing Driscoll's proprietary varieties of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries year-round in the United States, Canada, Baja California, Central Mexico, Portugal, Morocco, Canada and Peru. We are relentless in our pursuit to bring the highest quality berries that "delight" consumers around the world -from our farms to their families. This starts with our company values of Honesty, Fairness and Respect which not only line the corridors of every office, they are principles that are alive, guiding and leading our business decisions and strategic direction. We place the highest priority and focus on our people, developing their professional growth, and investing in the fulfillment of their personal career journey. These fundamentals have allowed us to achieve an industry leadership position, helping us to adopt health and wellness programs, open primary health clinics for our employees, and partner with local non-profit organizations to improve the quality of life for our farm working families. We hope to continue the Reiter Family legacy of farming through the pursuit of our mission and by living our values.