Human Resources Manager

Chiawana Orchards/Columbia Reach is looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead our fast-paced organization. This position is responsible for all aspects of human resources, benefits administration, and the H-2A program for our organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR Department for packing warehouse and three orchard hiring centers, including oversight, supervision and training of an HR and safety staff of about 5 people.
• Ensure our organization is complying with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Oversee all aspects of H-2A Visa program, including contract administration, recruitment, transportation, housing, and compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Annual Farm Labor Contract administration
• Policy development and revision
• Oversee hiring, termination, and discipline.
• Oversee and assist with benefits coordination including open enrollment, benefit enrollments, COBRA, ACA, FMLA, Washington State Paid Family Leave and 401(k) plan.
• Manage Drug and Alcohol program including random testing administration.
• Oversee Safety Department including knowledge of self-insured workers compensation and safety training for orchards and warehouse.
• Develop and maintain employee training programs for managers and supervisors.
• Other duties and responsibilities as they develop.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, with a minimum of 2 years HR supervisory experience
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in benefit administration
• BA/BS degree required.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred
• Knowledgeable about all areas of employment law and human resources best practices, including familiarity with laws specific to agricultural employers.
• Strong Excel skills
• H-2A Visa contract experience a plus
• Goal oriented, self-starter and able to work without direct supervision.
• Strong problem solver

The right candidate will be a self-starter with a positive attitude, have a willingness to work as a team to get the job done, thrive in a continually changing and challenging environment and will enjoy finding opportunities for continuous improvement.

This is a salaried position with a complete benefitspackage including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), vacation and sick leave.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Yakima, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $130,000