Golden State Foods

Human Resources Director

Golden State Foods$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience (preferably in manufacturing)
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, labor relations, safety, and compliance
  • Proven ability in talent management, organizational development, and culture shaping
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills
  • Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

  • Partner with site leadership to align HR strategies with business goals
  • Shape and sustain a positive, inclusive culture
  • Oversee recruiting and onboarding programs
  • Serve as a resource for employees and managers regarding workplace issues
  • Develop and manage processes for competitive compensation and benefits
  • Communicate and enforce HR policies consistently
  • Ensure efficient standards for accurate HR systems

Benefits

  • Dynamic community focused on celebrating talents and nurturing ambitions
  • Culture driven by core values of innovation, integrity, and excellence
  • Commitment to continuous employee development
  • Emphasis on philanthropy and sustainability efforts globally
  • Holistic wellness benefits supporting the whole person
Full Job Description
Description

ABOUT GOLDEN STATE FOODS

Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Director of Human Resources leads HR strategy and operations for our Conyers manufacturing site. This role is responsible for shaping culture, building organizational capability, and ensuring a productive, diverse, and engaged workforce. The Director oversees all HR programs including talent management, employee relations, labor relations, compensation, benefits, and compliance, serving as the primary HR leader for the site.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with site leadership to align HR strategies with business goals. Act as a coach and trusted advisor on organizational effectiveness, leadership development, and change management. Responsible for leading and developing the local HR team.
  • Culture & Engagement: Shape and sustain a positive, inclusive culture. Drive initiatives that engage employees and reinforce company values.
  • Talent Management: Oversee recruiting and onboarding programs. Develop integrated talent strategies to build strong internal and external pipelines.
  • Employee & Labor Relations: Serve as a resource for employees and managers. Address workplace issues promptly and fairly, ensuring compliance with employment laws and labor regulations. Manage union or labor-related matters, including negotiations and grievance resolution.
  • Compensation & Benefits: Develops and manages processes to monitor market competitiveness and recommend improvements to attract and retain top talent. Evaluates and improves leave process management.
  • Policy & Process: Develop, communicate, and enforce HR policies. Ensure consistent application and documentation across the site.
  • Data & Reporting: Ensures efficient standards are developed and maintained for accurate and effective HR systems.
  • Community & Communication: Support site communications, charitable initiatives, and employee engagement programs.
  • Safety & Compliance: Collaborate with Safety Manager to enforce safety programs and regulatory compliance. Support audits and maintain documentation.


WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience (manufacturing preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of employment law, labor relations, safety, and compliance
  • Proven ability in talent management, organizational development, and culture shaping
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and leadership skills
  • Proficiency in HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite


WHAT YOU'LL GET
  • People First: At Golden State Foods, we're not just a company; we're a dynamic community where your talents are celebrated, and your ambitions are nurtured.
  • Values Driven: Our core values drive everything we do, creating a culture of innovation, integrity, and excellence. But we're not content with just being great; we strive for greatness in every aspect of our work.
  • People Development: At GSF we strive to continually develop our people to prepare us all for the needs of tomorrow.
  • Philanthropy & Sustainability: We're committed to making a difference beyond our walls through philanthropy and sustainability efforts across all our locations around the globe.
  • Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Golden State Foods values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every person can thrive - respected, supported, and empowered. We believe diversity, in every form, strengthens our team and our communities.

About Golden State Foods

Golden State Foods is a food and beverage company that specializes in the manufacture and distribution of food products to restaurants and other food service providers. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Irvine, California. Golden State Foods offers a range of food products, including beef, poultry, and seafood, as well as bakery and dairy products. The company operates in more than 60 countries around the world and has more than 50 facilities. Golden State Foods is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Golden State Foods
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1947

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