Pacific Coast Producers Looking for Human Resource Generalist at Lodi, New Jersey Full Time

Human Resource Specialist II Pacific Coast Producers Lodi, California, United States

About this position

Pacific Coast Producers (PCP), a growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join its team at its corporate headquarters in Lodi, California. PCP is investing in its people and advancing a culture of service, where each employee can do their best to make affordable, high-quality food for customers across North America.

The HR Generalist will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and support to employees on a range of HR matters, including: supporting the Human Capital Management (HCM) and timekeeping systems, training and communicating with HCM systems users, onboarding and recruitment, employee relations, benefits enrollment, leave administration, document management, and compliance with employment laws and regulations. The HR Generalist will report to the Director of HR and work closely with other members of the HR team to ensure a positive employee experience and successful HR operations.

Primary job duties would include:

• Collaborate with the HRIS Supervisor and other stakeholders to ensure the smooth implementation of system updates and new system integrations for the HCM, time and attendance system, and other HR supported systems.
• Assist in fulfilling data requests to support the analysis and planning for company compensation/benefits, departmental initiatives, or regulatory reporting.
• Oversee leaves of absence, (e.g., FMLA/CFRA/PDL) and attendance tracking for employees and managers.
• Administer reasonable accommodations for employees as required under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide guidance and support to managers and employees throughout the accommodation process.
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition and Development Manager to manage the recruitment and selection process for non-exempt employees at the corporate office, including job postings, coordinating interviews, marketing initiatives, attending job fairs, and improve onboarding processes, such as benefits enrollment.
• Manage the termination process for employees, including conducting exit interviews and providing guidance to managers on the process.
• Coordinate events and activities aimed at improving workplace engagement and culture, such as employee appreciation events, wellness initiatives, retirement parties, and other events.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and always maintain a high level of professionalism, setting a high standard for all employees.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Lead in creating and maintaining a document management system for HR policies and forms.
• Participate and lead special HR projects as assigned by the Director of HR.

Other positive attributes for candidates:

• Enjoy working with employees and creating an approachable and supportive environment.
• Strong HR/HCM systems experience, particularly with custom timekeeping solutions and have the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HCM and timekeeping systems.
• Highly detail oriented and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.
• Knowledgeable about federal and state employment and labor laws.
• Want to be a part of a high performing team with room for growth. This role has exciting potential for advancement!

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; or four (4) years related experience and/or training required; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist, HRIS Specialist experience strongly preferred.
• Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite and/or related software.
• Proficiency with HCM and/or timekeeping systems.
• SHRM and/or HRCI professional certification preferred.

Salary Range: $(phone number removed); candidate will be paid based on their work experience and skills. This position is eligible for the annual profit-sharing bonus program. In addition to compensation, the company offers an attractive and competitive health and welfare benefits program.

About PCP Summary

Established in 1971, Pacific Coast Producers is a cooperative owned by over 165 family farmers that grow and deliver various produce, including tomatoes, peaches, pears, grapes, cherries, and more, to production facilities in California and Oregon for processing and packaging. With over 3,000 dedicated employees, PCP strives to produce the finest quality products for customers across all channels of trade, including grocery retailers and foodservice distributors throughout the United States and Canada.

Nestled in the heart of San Joaquin County and just a short 45-minute drive from Sacramento, our corporate headquarters is located in the charming city of Lodi, CA. Lodi is renowned for its rich history in winemaking and agriculture, as well as its vibrant downtown area and close-knit community. With a great quality of life, Lodi offers a welcoming environment to those seeking a relaxed and enjoyable lifestyle.

AA/EEO Policy Statement

Pacific Coast Producers is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.