Human Resource/Safety Manager

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Company Description

Baucom’s Nursery is a regional supplier of plants and seasonal items, serving Home Improvement Centers, Retail Garden Centers, Landscape Distribution Centers, and Landscape Contractors. With over 70 years of operation, we pride ourselves on producing quality plants and building strong partnerships with our customers. We have two nurseries located in Charlotte and Concord, NC. We are led by passionate family members and a dedicated management team.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role as a Human Resource/Safety Manager located in Charlotte, NC. As a Human Resource/Safety Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources and safety compliance within the organization. Your day-to-day tasks will include managing employee relations, implementing HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with state and federal employment laws, leading safety training programs, and promoting a culture of safety throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in human resources management, with a focus on employee relations and compliance
• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations
• Experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization
• Experience in conducting investigations and resolving employee relations issues
• Experience in safety compliance and knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Ability to develop and deliver safety training programs
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred, but not required

Job Responsibilities

• Manage daily human resource functions including employee relations, employee on-boarding, off-boarding, leave administration and performance management
• Ensure job descriptions are up-to-date and compliant with all local, state and federal regulations
• Develop training materials and performance management programs to help ensure employees understand their job responsibilities
• Investigate employee issues and conflicts and brings them to resolution
• Ensure the organization’s compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Use performance management tools to provide guidance and feedback to team
• Ensure all company HR policies are applied consistently and effectively
• Collaborate with management to ensure strategic HR goals are aligned with business initiatives
• Maintain accurate and compliant employee records
• Help create a positive culture within the workforce
• Have a working knowledge of employee benefits to help guide employees through the different benefits packages
• Be in charge of safety program and getting relevant info out to employees in a timely manner
• Help in management and maintenance of H2A program (100 workers in this program)
• Aid in insurance and 401k renewal process with upper management
• Stay up-to-date on all HR law requirements and changes
• Stay up-to-date on OSHA requirements and reporting deadlines
• Order and maintain supply orders for employees ensuring availability
• Procure and aid in the employee screening process/background checks
• Be familiar and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Office, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Have knowledge of I9/E-Verify process and be certified in administering

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