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The Human Resources Director will serve as the senior HR leader for a multi‑location organization within the agriculture and manufacturing space. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution and is responsible for overseeing all HR functions across approximately 150 employees. The HR Director will act as the sole HR resource, partnering closely with ownership and senior leadership to ensure compliance, strengthen employee relations, and support a predominantly blue‑collar workforce across multiple facilities.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives and operational needs
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws
Maintain and update employee handbooks, policies, and procedures
Serve as the internal subject‑matter expert on employment law, risk mitigation, and HR best practices
Partner with ownership on workforce planning, organizational structure, and succession planning
Lead full‑cycle recruitment for exempt and non‑exempt roles across operations, maintenance, logistics, and administration
Oversee onboarding, orientation, and training programs
Manage employee engagement and retention initiatives
Support seasonal and international labor programs and ensure compliance with applicable regulations
Administer compensation structures, job classifications, and pay analysis
Oversee benefits administration and annual open enrollment with third‑party vendors
Review and reconcile payroll data and address payroll‑related questions
Manage and optimize HRIS and timekeeping systems
Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees on performance management, corrective action, and employee concerns
Conduct workplace investigations with discretion and consistency
Support leadership development, training initiatives, and employee recognition programs
Foster a respectful, compliant, and inclusive workplace culture
Partner with operations to oversee safety programs and workers’ compensation claims
Track and analyze HR metrics such as turnover, attendance, and compliance reporting
Prepare HR reports and insights for ownership and leadership teams
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
SHRM certification (SHRM‑CP or SHRM‑SCP) strongly preferred
7-10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
Background supporting blue‑collar or front‑line workforces
Industry experience in agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, hospitality, or similar environments strongly preferred
Strong working knowledge of employment laws in North and South Carolina
Proven ability to balance strategic leadership with day‑to‑day HR execution
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both executive leadership and non‑technical employees
Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred but not required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms
Nice to have:
SHRM certification (SHRM‑CP or SHRM‑SCP)
Industry experience in agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, hospitality, or similar environments