Human Resources Generalist

At BrightFarms, we’re on a mission to provide more people with access to fresher, tastier and more responsibly grown local produce. Why? Because we believe Fresh for All is doing right for the health of people and the planet. By working at BrightFarms, you’ll have the opportunity to work for a fast-growing food company that is changing the way Americans eat. We’re looking for creative thinkers, problem-solvers, and go-getters who are passionate about food, sustainability, agriculture, and technology. At BrightFarms we take care of our people through phenomenal benefits, opportunities for advancement, and an mission driven culture. Join our new team in Hendersonville, NC and be part of establishing a great team and bringing an amazing product to the greater Asheville area!

Job purpose / summary / objective

The HR Generalist position is responsible for administering the Human Resource functions of the business unit in partnership with the General Management and Human Resource department. The HR Generalist will be a trusted partner to implement HR tasks to help the business stay compliant and employees informed.

Responsibilities:

• Become a trusted advisor to the greenhouse management teams on all people and culture matters
• Act as the liaison between greenhouses and corporate office
• Works on problems of diverse scope, requiring the analysis and consideration of multiple factors
• Manage multiple functions, including benefits administration, employee relations, and regulatory compliance, training, and performance management.
• Uses skills as an experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures; resolves a wide range of issues in imaginative as well as practical ways
• Serves as a contact for employees in multiple business segments
• Answers questions regarding policies and procedures and assists in resolving complex issues
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with all levels of personnel; act as a partner to hiring managers, providing coaching on interview best practices, and providing guidance through the hiring process
• Partner with recruiter on talent acquisition related initiatives, and collaborate on improving current talent related processes.

Education and Qualifications:

• Education: BA/BS degree required
• Experience: 5-7 years of progressive HR experience in a Generalist role
• Bilingual Spanish required
• Hours: must be flexible. Mornings, Afternoons, and Nights.
• Self-starter with a high sense of urgency, productive mindset and capability, and with the motivation to assume significant responsibilities as an HR Generalist
• Ability to influence positively across organizational levels; strong communications and problem solving skills
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Ability to make appropriate decisions considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of state and federal employment/labor laws and practices.
• Experience with full employee life cycle
• Constructively evaluates current practices and offers innovative approaches for improvement
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Key Values & Characteristics of Candidates:

• Authentically Green. Candidates must sincerely care about leading the movement to improve the environmental impact of the food supply chain. Candidates must be passionate about creating a healthier planet, environment and food supply. The background and experience of candidates should reflect a true passion for improving the way we feed Americans.
• Drive to Succeed. Candidates must have hunger and ambition and must get out of bed and want to perform strongly every day, internally motivated. Candidates must demand excellence and strive to achieve greatness. Candidates should have a high clock speed and imbue energy in those around them.
• Humility & Integrity. Candidates must have personal humility and must want the organization to succeed (not focusing solely on personal success). Candidates must care about people and clients and be strong team players. Candidates must possess the highest degree of integrity and must project the proper image of BrightFarms.
• Productive. Colleagues and clients should be quick to describe candidates as famous for getting things done.

Physical requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

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