HR / Office Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Our Company :

Tanimura & Antle is an employee owned family farming business with a four-generation legacy and a passionate commitment to growing premium quality produce.

As one of the largest independent vegetable growers in the United States, Tanimura & Antle farms more than 36,000 acres of rich, fertile farmland and ships a full line of premium fresh conventional, organic and greenhouse grown produce products throughout the nation.

We are looking for employees that fit into the Tanimura & Antle culture and want to have an impact on our growth and success.

We believe in, and are committed to, creating a sustainable future through innovation throughout our operations.

Our Mission :

To "Consistently provide our customers fresh and healthy premium produce with superior customer service that meets and exceeds their quality and value expectations"

Our Vision :

To "Operate as a highly innovative company, sustainably growing, while enhancing the lives of all through employee ownership and customer inspired partnerships"

The Role : Office / HR Manager responsible for overseeing all HR / Payroll functions with some financial responsibilities for our Tennessee operations.

Someone who thrives in a fast paced, collaborative work environment. Self-motivated and energized about continuously improvement and adding value Prioritizes workload and looks to improve efficiencies Enjoys working with people.

Location : Livingston, TN

Pay Range : $50,000 to $80,000 per year

Areas of Responsibility :

• HR functions including :
• Works directly with the local leadership team and the Corporate HR team to support organization goals.
• Process employee actions such as hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, terminations, and employee statistics.
• Ensures the effectiveness of the recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Develops and updates job descriptions
• Ensures all local HR policies and practices are aligned with Corporate HR and compliant with state and federal laws.
• Hiring new employees
• Coordinating the staffing of temporary help for operations
• Administering new hire employee orientations
• Monitoring employee attendance
• Addressing employee matters
• Coordinating FMLA / WC leaves
• Assisting employees with Company benefit related inquiries
• Enforces a safe work environment
• Assists with the coordination of weekly / monthly safety tailgate meeting with employees.
• Handles work related injuries.
• Handle Payroll, Kronos timekeeping system
• Recording employee time keeping exceptions (e.g. sick days, vacation days taken)
• Keeping up-to-date and advising management and supervisors about state and federal regulations
• Developing programs to boost employee morale, teamwork and employee retention
• Accounting functions including :
• Handling A / R, A / P
• Assisting corporate controller with period close and financial audits.
• Maintaining employee and vendor files.
• Assisting the General Manager and other team members on special projects as needed
• Providing Administrative Support to the facility
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Skills :

• Bachelor Degree in Business Management with a minimum of 5 years' experience related to Accounting and / or HR functions
• 2 - 3 years of experience in a human resources management role
• Persistent and dependable to deliverables and deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills to include planning and organizing, communication, problem analysis and problem solving, judgement, decision-making, adaptability, teamwork, negotiation skills, and confidentiality.
• Ability to plan ahead and anticipate / prevent problems
• Ability to accurately diagnose organization issues, develop solutions, and implement actions plans.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles
• Society of Human Resources Management Certification, a plus

Ideal Attributes :

• Thrives in a fast paced, collaborative work environment.
• Self-motivated and energized about continuously improvement and adding value
• Prioritizes workload and looks to improve efficiencies
• Enjoys working with people
• Possess strong communication / interpersonal skills. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, effectively present information and respond to questions from employees.
• Able to use computer software related to Database management, Internet, Project Management, Excel Spreadsheet, Word and PowerPoint.
• Capable of implementing designated business objectives.
• Bilingual (English / Spanish), a plus

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