HR Manager – Agriculture | Kern County, CA
Are you an experienced HR Manager looking to make an impact with a well-established agriculture company in Kern County? Our client is seeking a hands-on HR Manager to lead day-to-day human resources operations while partnering with leadership to support a growing workforce.
Compensation & Benefits
- Opportunity to join a stable, growing agriculture organization with a collaborative leadership team
- Salary range: $120,000-150,000
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with company match
What You’ll Do
- Lead all aspects of human resources, including employee relations, performance management, and policy administration
- Partner with managers on employee coaching, investigations, and conflict resolution
- Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and retention efforts across the organization
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and employment regulations
- Manage benefits administration, leave management, and workers’ compensation
- Support training, employee development, and succession planning initiatives
- Foster a positive workplace culture and serve as a trusted resource for employees and leadership
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of progressive human resources experience, including HR leadership
- Agriculture experience strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of California employment law and HR best practices
- Experience handling employee relations, compliance, and performance management
- Bilingual in English and Spanish required