Human Resource Generalist

BrightFarms is The Place to Grow!

At BrightFarms, we’re on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown. But we don’t just want to grow great tasting greens, we want them to do good as well: for the planet, for the health of people, and for the well-being of our employees. We give BrightFarmers the tools, training, support, and opportunities they need to do better for themselves and the world every day. Because when you do good for your people, they do good for the world.

BrightFarms is a national leader in the booming indoor farming industry, transforming how produce is grown and delivered with its expanding network of high-tech, sustainable hydroponic farms. We currently operate six high-tech greenhouse farms, with four new regional salad greenhouse hubs breaking ground to begin opening in 2024. BrightFarms' fresh lettuce options, from classic greens to crunchy mixes and salad kits, are available in more than 3,700 retail stores across the East Coast and Midwest.

At our greenhouse in Loudon, we grow more than 650,000 pounds of leafy greens per year for New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, and New York. We are currently in need of a Human Resource Generalist to support our team. The Human Resource Generalist plays a crucial role in providing administrative support, maintaining efficient operations within the greenhouse facility, and assisting with various HR functions. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Become a trusted advisor to the greenhouse management teams on all people and culture matters.
• Act as the liaison between greenhouses and corporate office
• Serves as a contact for employees in multiple business segments.
• Answers questions regarding policies and procedures and assists in resolving Employee Relations issues.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with all levels of personnel; act as a partner to hiring managers, provide coaching on interview best practices, and providing guidance through the hiring process.
• Assist in the recruitment process by posting job vacancies, reviewing resumes, scheduling interviews, and coordinating candidate communication. Set up background and reference checks, prepare offer letters.
• Support the onboarding process for new hires, set up new hires and walk candidates through the steps to complete the New Hire process including ADP, E-Verify, Alchemy (LMS), and completing paperwork.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, benefits documentation, and attendance records, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws. Update and maintain employee data in the HRIS (ADP) and other relevant systems.
• Assist with employee benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and inquiries.
• Support HR-related communications and announcements, both internally and externally.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of HR-related reports, such as headcount, turnover, and training records.
• Processes changes in the system and in writing in compliance with our Policies and procedures.
• Helps with employee communications and engagement.
• Files workers compensation reports and follows up as necessary.
• Administers separation support: prepare letters and packets.
• Assist in the coordination of special events, workshops, or tours held at the greenhouse facility.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Working knowledge of multiple Human Resource disciplines, including compliance with federal and state employment laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Education: BA/BS degree required
• Experience: 2 -5 of HR experience in a coordinator role or office Manager Role

Key Values & Characteristics of Candidates:

• Authentically Green. Candidates must sincerely care about leading the movement to improve the environmental impact of the food supply chain. Candidates must be passionate about creating a healthier planet, environment, and food supply. The background and experience of candidates should reflect a true passion for improving the way we feed Americans.
• Drive to Succeed. Candidates must have hunger and ambition and must get out of bed and want to perform strongly every day, internally motivated. Candidates must demand excellence and strive to achieve greatness. Candidates should have a high clock speed and imbue energy in those around them.
• Humility & Integrity. Candidates must have personal humility and must want the organization to succeed (not focusing solely on personal success). Candidates must care about people and clients and be strong team players. Candidates must possess the highest degree of integrity and must project the proper image of BrightFarms.
• Productive. Colleagues and clients should be quick to describe candidates as famous for getting things done.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

BrightFarms is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.