People and Culture Manager

About the job Know your farmer, know your food ; Hopcott Farms owns almost the entirety of our food raising and processing activities. For over 90 years we have led with ethical, sustainable, and transparent farm practices that have made us one of Vancouver’s most trusted food producers . You are our next great people and culture manager, who not only embodies those same values, but comes with experience, drive, and a passion for agriculture and food that will help guide us into our next phase of growth. What’s for you? Glory. Glory and bragging rights. But there’s more than just the fame! You will get to be an important and valued part of the (immensely talented) family at a local, family run business that has been internationally recognized for excellence , and you will have the opportunity to practice your craft with pride and confidence that it is being done the right way. You will also enjoy: · A salary of $65,345 - $75,275 (tell us why you’re at the top!) · A generous health benefits package that is 100% paid for by us · 3 weeks of paid vacation per year to stay healthy and charged · 5 paid sick days per year · Discounted or free top quality foods · Company and team events · Casual dress code · Onsite parking Diversity is a strength At Hopcott Farms, we don’t just accept difference, we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it to the benefit of our team, our community, and our customers. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, will make any accommodations where possible, and encourage applicants, from all walks of life, to apply for this opportunity ; we want the best of the best! Hello, is it you we’re looking for? With great power comes great responsibility, and we’re not looking for just anyone to run the show! Not only can you manage people processes in your sleep, you will be working, shoulder to shoulder with your team, and are exceptional at communicating progress, challenges, and opportunities to your team and to anyone who needs to understand them. Managing an diverse operation requires a unique individual with a unique skillset, who understands its intricacies and brings the best part of themselves each day. Here’s a few of the finer points you bring to the table: A minimum of a degree in Human Resources/Industrial Relations/Business Administration . CPHR designation an asset Total Work Experience: More than 4 years related role, with at least 2 years in a leadership position Proven working experience as HR manager or other HR executive with in-depth knowledge of HR best practices, labour laws and regulations Humility – Everyone makes mistakes, nobody can know everything, and there is always the possibility that things can be done better. This is the attitude that the leadership team intentionally brings to work each day, and a quality that the successful candidate for this role will possess, without question! Here is what an average week will look like for you: 25% of your time will be spent on employee relations and communication , this includes; Handling employee inquiries and concerns Conducting meetings with employees regarding HR policies, benefits, and career development Managing employee feedback and suggestions 20% of your time will be spent on recruitment and onboarding ; Advertising open positions Reviewing resumes and conducting interviews Onboarding new hires and conducting orientation sessions 20% of your time will be spent on HR administration and compliance ; Managing employee records and HR databases Ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations Processing payroll and benefits administration 15% of your time will be spent on training and development ; Identifying and organizing training sessions (food safety training, customer service training) Managing employee performance evaluations and feedback Creating career development plans 10% of your time will be spent on performance management ; Implementing performance management systems Conducting performance reviews and providing feedback to employees Developing strategies for employee performance improvement 5% of your time will be spent on strategic planning and policy development ; Developing HR policies and procedures Participating on strategic planning meetings Analyzing HR metrics and proposing improvements 5% of your time will be spent on other tasks ; Handling special projects or initiatives Attending meetings with senior management or external partners Addressing any urgent HR issues or emergencies Bonus points Experience in the fast-moving consumer goods industry, food and manufacturing industry or a similar industry in a related field, will give you a leg up! You still here? Great! It sounds like you might be Hopcott Farms material. If you were nodding your head throughout this posting, then shoot us your resume and a quick note or a short video explaining why hiring you is a win-win