HR Business Partner at Refresco

Make a Difference in YOUR Career!

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.  

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game.  We are solutions-based.  We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too:  Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.  

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?  

Position Description

The HR Business Partner is a key member of the leadership team responsible for developing and administering short and long-term HR initiatives. On a daily basis, this includes managing associate relations, performance management, recruitment, compensation, internal & external compliance, risk/safety, onboarding, regulatory training and working with center leaders to create a positive work environment. Partner with Talent Acquisition Team to ensure that new hires are best in class and hired in a timely manner based on manpower projections.

Salary range: $100k - $115k (depending on education and experience)

Essential Functions:

• Participate as a member of senior team center leadership to ensure employees at all levels are treated fairly in compliance with company, state and federal policies, regulations and laws.
• Ability to lead complex associate relations investigations and recommend course of action.
• Conducts first line and management training on topics to include harassment, diversity, workplace policies etc.
• Identify and utilize appropriate methods and tools to recruit qualified candidates to meet staffing needs (i.e. college recruitment, partner with local resources)
• Leads in the recruitment of leadership positions ensuring that incumbents have the knowledge, skills and abilities to be successful and will instill a positive work environment focusing on exceeding customer needs.
• Ability to multitask and handle heavy workload.
• Collaborate with management on workers’ compensation issues to ensure compliance
• Serve as a conduit with employees and total rewards department regarding company benefits including health and welfare, FMLA, etc.
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees and be perceived as an approachable and knowledgeable resource.
• Validates performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance and equity within the organization.
• Ensures compensation equity within the department.
• Partner with National HR team as needed
• Develops professional contacts in the local service community to share best practices and enhance business relationships (e.g., College recruitment, Workforce development).
• Performs other functions as assigned by management.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or related field (or equivalent related experience).
• Five (5) years of management experience in Human Resources with prior experience in staffing and employee relations. 
• Experience and knowledge of California Labor Law required. 
• Previous manufacturing HR experience required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required. 
• Experience handling highly confidential and sensitive information.
• Experience conducting first-line and management training.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and HRIS applications.

Certifications

• Professional Human Resource (PHR) - Preferred

Work Environment Demands

• The position works in a typical office environment.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional travel may be required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

A Career with Refresco  

Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:  

• Medical/dental/vision insurance   
• Life insurance   
• 401(k) savings plan with company match  
• Paid holidays and vacation   
• Well-being benefits  
• Discount programs  

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!  

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