HR Generalist - Full-time Hourly position

Full-time
Our HR team is growing to support or growing business. Opportunity to grow your HR career in a dynamic operations-focused setting.

We're looking for a hands-on, people-focused HR Generalist who thrives in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and enjoys being where the action is - on the production floor, building relationships and supporting employees and leaders every day.
This role is ideal for someone who is approachable, detail-oriented, bilingual in English and Spanish, and passionate about creating a positive employee experience while supporting operational excellence.
The HR Generalist serves as a trusted partner to employees and leaders across the facility, supporting employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, leave administration, engagement initiatives, and day-to-day HR operations. This individual will work closely with operations leadership to proactively address concerns, support workforce needs, and help foster a safe, respectful, and high-performing culture.
The ideal candidate is comfortable navigating a manufacturing environment, managing multiple priorities, and interacting with employees across all shifts and departments.

Employee Relations & HR Partnership

Serve as a trusted HR partner to managers, supervisors, and employees, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, and policy interpretation.
Build strong relationships across all levels of the organization through a visible, hands-on presence on the production floor.
Conduct employee relations investigations with empathy, professionalism, and confidentiality.
Recruitment & Onboarding
Support high-volume hourly recruiting efforts, including interviewing, hiring coordination, onboarding, and offboarding.
Partner with operations leadership on workforce planning, staffing support, and retention strategies.
Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding programs to ensure a positive employee experience from day one.
Maintain accurate documentation, tracking, and compliance with employment laws and company policies.
Support attendance tracking processes, call-out monitoring, and reporting in partnership with operations teams.
HR Operations & Systems
Maintain employee records in HRIS systems such as Paylocity, ensuring accuracy and timely processing of employee changes.
Utilize HR systems and digital tools to improve efficiency and employee communication.
Employee Engagement & Communication
Coordinate employee engagement initiatives including recognition programs, wellness events, employee surveys, and company activities.
Manage communication platforms such as Appspace, text messaging portals, or similar employee engagement tools.
Support internal communications and employer branding through internal channels and social media.
Assist with training sessions, orientations, and company events.
Lead and support continuous improvement efforts across HR processes and employee programs.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• 3-5 years of HR experience, preferably in manufacturing, industrial, or food production environments.
• Experience managing employee relations matters and workplace investigations.
• Experience with HRIS systems such as Paylocity or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
Experience in food manufacturing or cold production environments.
Experience supporting large hourly workforces and high-volume recruitment.
Experience with attendance systems, workforce management, and production operations.
Experience supporting employee engagement programs and company events.
Join the Fresh Revolution with F&S Fresh Foods!
Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada -every single day!
For over 40 years, we've been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers-from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh-from farm to family.
We're not just about food; Recognized as a Great Place to Work for four (4) consecutive years, our team of 2,300 full-time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day. If you're ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Primarily office-based work environment with regular time spent walking the production floor to support employees and operations. Exposure to refrigerated production areas with temperatures ranging from approximately 36°F-40°F during floor visits. Compliance with PPE, food safety, and GMP requirements is required while in production areas. Our Values: As we continue to grow and provide leading edge products to our customers, we understand hiring the right people and treating them well is critical to our success. E arn trust by sharing, helping, and keeping promises.
A robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision
Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.
F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of F&S Fresh Foods!