HR Director - Operations

THE ROLE:    

• This position will report to the: Vice President - HR
• Travel Requirement: 25-30%
• Location: Hybrid
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Employment Category: Full Time Regular
• Pay Range: $130k-180k

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Evolution Fresh and our joint venture with Sambazon. Bolthouse Farms is the preeminent provider of chilled juice, smoothies, and protein drinks. Evolution Fresh - is the premier, cold-pressed juice brand and maker of the new Real Fruit Soda. Through our integrated partnership with Sambazon we produce and sell their high-quality Açaí beverages.  

Formerly known as Bolthouse Farms – Generous Brands was born out of the independence from its carrot operations and is poised to be the “World’s Largest Beverage Start-Up.” 

Currently we have 1000 employees located across the country at our hubs/facilities in Bakersfield, CA, Rancho Cucamonga, CA & Chicago, IL.  

You can connect with our brands on their socials - Bolthouse Farms  (LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok ) and Evolution Fresh (LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok).

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Director of Human Resources - Operations is responsible for leading and managing the HR manufacturing function of Generous Brands, supporting the operations and functional teams. This role will serve as a strategic partner to site leadership teams across all locations, ensuring alignment of HR strategies with business objectives, and will play a critical role is driving organizational development, talent management, employee relations, and compliance initiatives. 

JOB DUTIES: 

• Collaborate with site leadership and functional teams to understand business objectives and develop HR strategies that support these goals
• Lead initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness, including change management, team development, and leadership training
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management and team members on HR-related issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance management Manage HR Manufacturing Business Partners across all sites to maintain a strong functional team through effective training, coaching, team building, and succession planning
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Conduct salary assessments and reviews in partnership with Generous Brands Total Rewards team to ensure competitive and equitable offerings that align with company policies and market trends
• Develop and analyze HR metrics to assess the effectiveness of HR initiatives for all sites and provide insights to leadership for informed decision-making
• Lead or participate in company-wide HR projects, ensuring the successful implementation of HR programs and initiatives at the site level
• Implement and facilitate training and development programs tailored to the needs of specific sites in conjunction with standard offerings and trainings for Generous Brands
• Partner with functional leaders to implement and support high performing team framework for all sites
• Consistently communicate with other HR teams for updates, collaboration, and resolutions
• Look to continuously improve processes, systems and technology, measurement practices, and metrics reporting
• Elicit feedback regarding the effectiveness of HR Ops services and activities and, when appropriate, modify activities
• Foster and maintain strong internal relationships with key HR and business leaders
• Prioritize projects and activities and appropriately delegate and allocate work among team members
• Perform other duties as assigned 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or human resource related field and 7 plus years of experience and/or training in a human resource role or an equivalent; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in a fast paced, high volume food production/manufacturing facility
• 5+ years of directly related experience in Human Resources Generalist supporting 300+ employees 
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record 

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:    

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Access
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in human resources modeling, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources
• Ability to work with various departments and foster teamwork
• Extensive knowledge of various employment laws and practice

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:    

• Bilingual –English/Spanish 
• Experience in a Fortune 500 company 
• PHR, SPHR or CHPR certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:

• Must be able to sit for an extended period of time during work period

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

WHAT WE OFFER 
 

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.    

• Medical  
• Dental  
• Vision  
• Group Life and AD&D  
• Voluntary Life and AD&D  
• Group Short-Term Disability  
• Group Long-Term Disability  
• Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Employee Assistance Program  
• 401(k)  
• Paid Time Off  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions. 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS 
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Generous Brands and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@bolthouse.com for additional support and guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: 
Generous Brands does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Generous Brands is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

 

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