Cobblestone Fruit Company · 19 hours ago
Human Resources Generalist
Reedley, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $90K/yr
2+ years expCobblestone Fruit Company is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support the execution of HR programs and policies across its farming and fruit divisions. This role involves recruitment, onboarding, compliance, employee relations, and performance support, ensuring a fair and supportive work environment.
Oil & Energy
Hiring Manager
Amber Aikens, PHR
Responsibilities
Support the implementation of HR programs by assisting with recruitment efforts, onboarding processes, and routine employee communications
Assist with employee relations by responding to routine inquiries, helping resolve basic workplace concerns, and escalating sensitive or complex matters to HR leadership
Coordinate recruiting logistics, including job postings, scheduling interviews, initiating background checks, and preparing onboarding materials
Maintain and update company policies, templates, and procedures under the direction of HR management, ensuring documents remain current and accessible
Input and maintain accurate employee information in HRIS systems (UKG, Paylocity), supporting data integrity and regular audits
Assist with payroll processing by reviewing timesheets, resolving discrepancies, and coordinating with payroll to meet deadlines; Act as the backup for full payroll processing for Farming team members
Organize and maintain personnel files in compliance with company standards and legal requirements, including I-9s and termination records
Support the HR Manager and/or Director with disciplinary documentation, exit interviews, and tracking of employee performance concerns
Help coordinate and track completion of compliance trainings (e.g., harassment prevention, safety) and support onboarding sessions and orientation programs
Assist with workers’ compensation documentation and reporting; coordinate with managers and third-party providers to ensure timely claim processing
Participate in employee recognition efforts, company events, and wellness or engagement programs that foster a positive workplace culture
Provide administrative support for HR projects, audits, and reporting needs as assigned
May assist with coordinating performance review cycles and tracking employee development plans at the direction of HR leadership
Ensure day-to-day HR tasks, such as responding to verification requests, updating job descriptions, and generating standard HR reports, are completed accurately and on time
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated alignment with Cobblestone Fruit's mission and core values
Minimum 2/+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in agriculture, food production, or manufacturing environments
Experience supporting or coordinating HR programs such as recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, or compliance
Working knowledge of California labor laws and wage and hour regulations; willingness to continue learning agricultural-specific requirements
Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Paylocity, UKG) and comfort working with employee data and reporting tools
Ability to handle confidential employee matters with professionalism and discretion
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve issues collaboratively and professionally
High attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to balance multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel
Adaptable and proactive, with a willingness to learn and contribute to process improvements
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered. (HR certification from HRCI and/or SHRM is a plus, but not required.)
Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred
Company
Cobblestone Fruit Company
Cobblestone Fruit Company is a family owned grower, packer, and shipper of citrus commodities from all corners of the central valley.
Founded in 2022Sanger, California, US
11-50 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase