HR & Safety Representative

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Job description

Description:

Position Summary

At Rocket Farms, we've been leaders in the horticulture industry for over 70 years, growing beautiful indoor plants and fresh-cut culinary herbs. We are proud to be one of the largest growers and suppliers of indoor floral products, potted edibles, and herbs in the Western USA. Committed to sustainability and innovation, we're looking for an HR & Safety Representative to help us continue delivering top-quality products across the country.

The Bilingual HR & Safety Representative (English/Spanish) will provide administrative support to the Human Resources and Safety departments, including recruiting, employee/labor relations, benefits, training, and maintaining records. This role will support company processes related to employment, timekeeping, audits, and records, and may compile statistics for various management reports. Additionally, the representative may conduct pre-employment screening interviews, check references, and respond to routine questions on company policies, ensuring effective communication with both English and Spanish-speaking employees.

This position is based on-site at our Half Moon Bay location and is not eligible for remote work. Please note that we are seeking local candidates as relocation assistance is not available. Applicants must reside in the surrounding area or have plans to relocate independently.

• At all times maintain the confidentiality of Human Resources information and confidential data.
• Create new hire files and maintain current and archived employee files.
• Maintains current and archived I-9's
• Be a positive team member of the Human Resources and Safety departments.
• Pull reports from HRIS system as requested from different departments.
• Maintain good record keeping of employee files.
• Participate in group and individual training and development classes, seminars and summits as required.
• Conduct New Hire Orientation and Onboarding
• Support Open Enrollment
• Ensure the integrity of all data entered into the payroll system and ensure proper documentation of all payroll transactions.
• Processes missed time clock punches and PTO into the HRIS System
• Able to respond to questions related to HR policies.
• Supports Safety and Food Safety departments with task including sampling, records keeping, reporting, workers compensation and enforcement.
• Tracks completion of safety trainings and inspections.
• Participate in safety committee meetings and records meeting minutes.
• Assists in distribution of COIs, insurance cards, training material, checks and other.
• Works with safety manager to audit company safety programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The expected pay range posted is what we reasonable expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors. (Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors)

Range: $67,000 to $75,000

Requirements:

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Experience)

• Maintains strictest confidentiality in every aspect of work.
• Good interpersonal skills, good communications skills.
• Bilingual English / Spanish Required.
• High School diploma required.
• Minimum 2+ years Human Resources/Occupational Safety experience necessary.
• Background in food industry is a plus.
• Must maintain California Driver's License and eligibility for company vehicle insurance.
• Flexibility working in an environment where processes and programs are still evolving.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Approachable, dependable, and willing to help.
• Good computer skills, proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Paylocity, or any similar HRIS system (Preferred)
• Good organizational skills.

The Perks!

At our company, we believe in taking care of our employees and providing comprehensive benefits to support their well-being. Joining our team means you'll have access to an array of enticing perks, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance to keep you in top health. Our 401K retirement matching program ensures a secure financial future, while our Employee Assistance Program offers valuable resources for personal and professional support. Additionally, we provide Flexible Spending Accounts to empower you with flexibility in managing your expenses. We're committed to your overall well-being, both inside and outside of work.

Physical Requirements

While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; frequently required to talk or hear; and occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities by this job include close distance and color vision.

This position description does not promise or imply that the functions listed in the Position Summary are the only duties to be performed or that the position may not change or be eliminated. Employees interested in learning more about the essential duties and responsibilities of this position should complete the Position Interest Form and submit it to the Human Resources Department.

Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary

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