Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Human Resources Director
• Location : Bakersfield, CA
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Employment Category: Full Time

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE.

Established in 2023, New Carrot Company, operating under the name Bolthouse Fresh Foods, is headquartered in the California Central Valley community of Bakersfield. Specializing in carrot production, the company caters to both retail and food service operations and is renowned for its Bolthouse Farms brand, widely distributed in major retailers across the United States and Canada.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a subsidiary of Butterfly Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm with a specialty in the food sector. Butterfly Equity's expertise spans the entire food value chain, from 'seed to fork,' with a focus on agriculture & aquaculture, food & beverage products, food distribution, and foodservice.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for leading the Talent Acquisition team and managing the recruitment process for the organization. This will be achieved through the development of establishing recruitment plans, applying traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new creative recruitment strategies. The incumbent will play a critical role in ensuring we are attracting and hiring the best possible talent. The successful candidate will be responsible for collaborating with fellow HR team members and operational managers to ensure the successful execution of business strategies.

JOB DUTIES:

• Develop and execute end-to-end recruiting plans.
• Perform administrative duties including employee new hire paperwork as related to the hiring process.
• Inform job applicants of details such as duties, responsibilities, compensation, etc.
• Create job descriptions as needed.
• Conduct regular follow-up with managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.
• Maintain a pool of qualified candidates.
• Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting.
• Aid public relations in establishing a recognizable “employer of choice” reputation for the company, both internally and externally.
• Communicate with managers and employees regularly to establish rapport, gauge morale, and source new candidate leads.
• Actively participate in career fairs and other related events.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure clients' organizational needs are met and to develop strategic programs.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Elevates employee experience through learning and development, retention strategies, succession planning and career development.
• Solicits and listens to partners' concerns and takes an active role in resolving problems.
• Collaborates with HR team on company strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.
• Interpret and explain human resource policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
• Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, affirmative action guidelines, and employment laws.
• Assist as needed with other HR functional duties including but not limited to employee relations.
• New Hire Training Scheduling
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2-3 years Recruiting experience
• 2 years Supervisory experience
• Valid California Driver License
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English and Spanish
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Federal, State, and Local employment laws and regulations.

Consulting with internal clients to identify business needs and recommend solutions

Required Skills And Abilities:

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to interact with diverse employee population and with internal/external customers in an effective, professional matter.
• Attention to detail including excellent communication skills both written and verbally.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, pro-actively resolve challenges in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent conflict resolution skills, diplomacy, and tactful
• Ability to apply consultative skills in a business environment.
• Performance management, coaching and mentoring skills.
• Change management skills.
• Ability to assess the needs of a team.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource management administration

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Ag and/or Manufacturing Experience
• 5+ years Human Resources Experience
• Experience providing consultative and collaborative advice and support to business leaders on all HR matters, not just recruitment, including employee relations, benefits, leaves and performance management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• May be required to sit or stand for an extended period of time during work period.
• May be required to package items, lift and carry boxes up to 40 lbs.
• May be required to walk and climb stairs

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

• 1st shift (8:00am-5:00pm) Monday through Friday, when business require before/after hours will be mandatory.

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 accommodations 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 Bolthouse Farms 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@bolthousefresh.com for additional support and guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Farms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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