Plantible · 2 months ago
People Operations Specialist
Plantible is a vertically integrated biology company focused on creating sustainable solutions in the food industry. The People Operations Specialist will support HR operations, employee engagement, and office management to ensure a positive workplace culture as the company scales.
AgricultureAgTechAlternative ProteinNutrition
Responsibilities
Administer timesheet and payroll processes in close coordination with accounting and site ops
Own onboarding and offboarding for the Texas site; support recruitment process logistics (scheduling, coordination, background checks, etc)
Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and programs to support an efficient, compliant and inclusive workplace
Monitor and maintain employee files and records in alignment with state/federal labor regulations
Participate in safety & compliance meetings, monitor Workers’ Compensation activity, ensure incidents are reported, investigated and followed-up promptly
Assist accounting/internal audit teams with HR‐/office‐related audits to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with company objectives
Review and verify inventory counts and purchasing activity to ensure accuracy, identify inefficiencies, and maintain proper documentation for deliveries and expenses
Scrutinize operational spending (e.g. job and maintenance supplies) to spot cost-saving opportunities and promote smarter purchasing decisions
Act as the first point of contact for team members and site visitors, creating a professional and friendly atmosphere
Resolve employee-relations issues with discretion and professionalism, escalating as needed
Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives, such as site events, celebrations, and cross-team gatherings; support company-wide events
Help define and refine operating procedures and guidelines to improve the employee experience and further embed our culture of 'We are customer-focused, We are rigorous, We are bold, We are one, We are candid.'
Maintain a well-organized, inviting and high-functioning office environment, from greeting new hires and visitors to managing meeting spaces, tech set-up, supplies and vendor relationships
Proactively manage supplies, inventory and common-area upkeep, ensuring our physical workspace aligns with our brand and culture
Prepare conference rooms, ensure tech is functioning, coordinate logistics for meetings and trainings
Coordinate company housing and some travel accommodations for team members and visitors traveling to the Texas site, ensuring a smooth and comfortable stay
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field
2 + years of HR/People Operations experience (ideally in a small to medium company or startup environment) delivering HR operations, compliance, onboarding/offboarding, employee relations
Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal and Texas state employment laws and regulations
Excellent organizational, time-management and multitasking ability; highly detail-oriented and able to handle confidential information with discretion
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build trust and relationships across different levels of the organization
Comfortable working independently, with a high degree of autonomy, while collaborating with on-site and remote team members
Proficiency with HRIS/timekeeping/payroll interfaces (or willingness to quickly learn) and with standard office digital tools (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Slack, etc.)
Enthusiastic about fostering a strong team culture, employee experience and driving engagement in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment
Preferred
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) or working toward certification
Prior experience in manufacturing, food production or regulated environment
Office/Facilities or site-operations experience (vendor management, supplies/inventory, meeting/tech setup)
Demonstrated success in employee engagement, events, culture initiatives, or hybrid site workplace settings
Benefits
Competitive health and wellness benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Discretionary Unlimited PTO Program
Paid Holidays
401k Program
Career Stipend
Career development and growth opportunities
Working in a rapidly growing, flexible and entrepreneurial environment
Team building and company-wide events
Financial support with your relocation, if necessary, ensuring a smooth transition
And of course, lots of beautiful land for outdoor activities!
Company
Plantible
Plantible Foods is a B2B food technology company with the goal to develop the most functional and applicable plant-based protein in the world using scalable and sustainable aqua-farming and extraction technologies
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$56.4MKey Investors
Chipotle Mexican GrillElemental ImpactAstanor Ventures
2025-01-15Corporate Round
2024-12-11Convertible Note
2024-11-15Series B· $30M
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