Human Resources Coordinator (US)

Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse-grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

With a dedicated, energetic and highly skilled workforce, we believe our employees make the difference. We offer our employees the opportunity to advance their careers in our progressive, vibrant organization.

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the Human Resources team and management across all sites. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, recruitment/employment, employment law compliance and workers’ compensation.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and administer various human resources plans and procedures and maintain the employee handbook.
• Administer the performance evaluation program; update and maintain wage/salary adjustments.
• Perform benefits administration; including claims resolution, change reporting and communicate benefits information to employees.
• Assist in talent acquisition and recruitment processes for exempt and non-exempt personnel.
• Confer with HR and/or hiring managers to identify staffing needs.
• Effectively interview candidates and extend job offers.
• Manage the job offer process including negotiation and administration.
• Administer appropriate company assessments including reference and background checks.
• Track metrics for all recruiting activities.
• Conduct employee onboarding and assist with training and development.
• Collaborate with supervisors and managers on employee relation concerns and corrective counseling; manage and track employee corrective action.
• Provide support to employees in various HR related topics such as employee relations counseling and exit interviewing.
• Promote HR and Employee engagement programs to create an inclusive culture and conflict-free workplace.
• Administer and monitor workers’ compensation case files.
• Gather and analyze data; report HR metrics.
• Maintain employee files and records in electronic and paper form.
• Special projects and group initiatives as assigned.
• Other core expectations as defined by the company.

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education required; Bachelor of Human Resources, Business or Related Discipline preferred.
• CHRP/SHRM designation or working towards certification is an asset.
• Minimum three (3) years experience in Human Resources environment; experience in the produce/agriculture industry preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Health and Safety, and Food Safety.
• Must be able to handle sensitive issues with tact and maintain strict confidentiality of private information; commitment to high professional and ethical standards.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate keen attention to detail and task-related accuracy, as well as consistent follow-through skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work in a team environment with individuals of all leadership styles, personalities, and career levels.
• Team player, with the confidence to take the lead and guide other departments when necessary; persuasive with details and facts; ability to motivate and empower with a forward-thinking nature.

Working Conditions:

• Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; ability and willingness to travel.
• This job operates in a clerical, office setting. Occasional work in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F or in a greenhouse with a temperature range from 90-100°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery, and forklift truck operation.
• Role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Specific vision capabilities required; employee is to work in front of a computer, sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods is required.
• The position may involve needing to lift up to 30-pounds, occasionally up to 50-pounds.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, submit your resume to Pure Hothouse Foods today!

Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please contact the Human Resources department if an accommodation is required.

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Behaviors

• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization