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Bilingual HR / Safety Coordinator

Smith Gardens
Bellingham, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025

At Smith Gardens, our business is growing : Growing annuals and perennials, growing our relationships with partners, growing our love of gardening, and growing our team's passion and expertise in horticulture-all for the benefit of the consumers who love to garden.

Whether we are out in the greenhouses or working in the office, our Smith Gardens team is dedicated to delivering the healthiest plants on the market for the biggest impact on our partners' shelves and in our customers' gardens.

One of our Core Values is People : "We value and respect all people. We are focused on developing teams and growing the potential of individuals." We encourage personal growth and continued education so that each member of our Smith Gardens family succeeds. We take as much care cultivating the ecosystem of our offices as we do our gardens. Achieving the quality we strive for in our products and culture is truly a team effort, and every role is vital.

Nurturing growth, collaboration and community is in our nature. Put down roots at any of our five locations and unearth your full potential.

We have an exciting opportunity for an HR / Safety Coordinator to join our Human Resources department. The Human Resource / Safety Coordinator provides on-site assistance forrecruiting, onboarding, safety, and continuous improvement activities. The Human Resource / Safety Coordinatorreports to the facility Human Resources Generalist and assists Safety Directorin site Safety Coordination.

JOB FUNCTION :

  • Assists with recruiting process.Review employment applications, schedule and perform interviews and extend job offers.
  • Assist in the onboarding process, including preparing new hire paperwork and conducting orientations.
  • Assist with walk-in applicants and site administration tasks.
  • Enters employee data into the HR management system.
  • Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of employee information.
  • Representing corporate safety initiatives and related documentation on site, coordinating with departments for knowledge and implementation.
  • Assist in processing payroll, including timekeeping and attendance tracking.
  • Assist with employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and terminations.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
  • Assist to plan, organize, and execute various types of employee events
  • Facilitate the Safety Committee and provide consistent reporting on actions and plans agreed upon at the Safety Committee Meeting.
  • Support Safety Director on injury claim management, injury root cause analysis, injury prevention and safety training.
  • Support and follow up on actions related to facility safety audits.
  • Assist and Site Leaders in coordination ofprocess changes in Safety / CI.
  • Identify potential safety hazards.
  • Assist in investigating accidents, incidents, and near-misses, and maintain detailed records.
  • Contribute to continuously evaluate and improve safety programs and practices.

COMPETENCIES :

  • Understanding of HR principles, practices, and procedures
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to be flexible with department needs.
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Promotes outside of the box thinking to develop new ways to do business.Encourages team members to find solutions.Promotes a safe environment for new ideas.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and manage ever-changing priorities.
  • EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION :

  • 1-2 years of administration experience preferred.
  • Previous administrative experience
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Bilingual English / Spanish required
  • Strong experience and skills computer programs, emphasis with databases.
  • Intermediate Math skills as needed.
  • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with employees and management.
  • Ability to read and write in English.
  • PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS :

  • Work indoors and outdoors, in seasonal temperatures and conditions.
  • Work long hours as needed during the busy season, including weekends.
  • Work in both an office and warehouse environment.
  • BENEFITS :

  • Medical / Dental / Vision insurance and Health Savings Accounts (HSA's) with employer contributions
  • 401K retirement plan options with employer match
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off- Full-time employees accrue immediately!
  • Annual Profit share
  • Generous Employee Flower / Plant Discount Program
  • Development opportunities
  • Paid Time off for volunteering and community service
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness program
  • Fun employee events throughout the year
  • PAY RANGE : $21.5 - $23.5 per hour

    Pay rate is determined by various components including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The pay rate is one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards vary by position and location.

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

    To learn more about our company & view a more detailed job description, visit our website at smithgardens.com / careers. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including immediate PTO accrual, Medical, Dental and Vision after 30 days plus matching 401(k) and Company-Paid LTD after one year.

    We look forward to hearing from you!

    Smith Gardens provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

    Salary : $22 - $24

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