Job Description

Darey Brands

Title: Human Resources Generalist

Classification: Full-time, non-exempt

Reports to: Director, Human Resources

Location: Sebastopol, CA (travel one day per month to Turlock, CA)

Languages: Spanish and English language fluency, a must.

Who we are:

Darey Brands ™ is a leading manufacturer of sustainable and better-for-you specialty dairy. The company produces famed Meyenberg ® goat milk and butter, Redwood Hill Farm ® goat milk yogurts and kefirs, and Green Valley ® lactose-free cow milk dairy products. Darey Brands also co-manufactures premium, plant-based dairy alternatives. Products are sold nationwide at leading grocery, mass, natural, specialty, and online retailers such as Whole Foods Market, Kroger, Albertsons, Publix, HEB, Sprouts Farmers Market, Walmart, Amazon, Instacart, and more. Darey Brands is a recently created company that united two long-standing and iconic specialty dairy companies – Meyenberg and Redwood Hill Farm & Creamery. With 90 years of history in the industry, we’re one of the OGs of specialty dairy.

Darey Brands has two primary locations, in Sebastopol, CA and Turlock, CA, with approximately 120 employees across both sites. Darey Brands is wholly owned by Emmi Group. Emmi Group (EMMN) is a leading manufacturer of high-quality dairy products in Switzerland, with a strong local presence in 15 countries. Emmi Group is a public company generating over $5 billion in 2024 sales, with more than 9,000 employees and distribution in over 60 countries.

Role Overview:

Darey Brands is seeking an experienced Human Resources Generalist for their Sebastopol and Turlock locations. The HR Generalist will develop, execute, contribute to and/or coordinate a wide variety of HR responsibilities and programs including employee relations, payroll and benefits administration, workers’ compensation and LOAs, reporting and HRIS management, etc. The purpose of this role is to create a great workplace experience for all 120 employees of Darey Brands and improve and accelerate business, team and individual performance. Serve as champion of Darey Brands’ values, mission, and purpose with employees and externally.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as primary HR on-site at Sebastopol facility and member of small HR team supporting two locations: Sebastopol and Turlock, CA.
• Lead HRIS (UKG Ready and HR Suite) for the total employee experience including onboarding/offboarding, performance, recruiting, employee records, benefits etc. and ensure accurate employee data.
• Train and educate staff regarding various HRIS modules (i.e., self-service, performance, time & attendance).
• Serve as primary payroll and 401k administrator, partnering with the Finance team to ensure timely and accurate bi-weekly payroll processing for the company. Acts as a resource for payroll team to ensure compliance with laws, and HR and benefit policies. Handles relevant industry compensation and benefit surveys.
• Administer benefits plans including open enrollment process and terminations. Processes required data/documents through the HRIS and insurance providers to ensure accurate record keeping and proper deductions in payroll. Educates employees, dependents, and applicants regarding plan provisions.
• Ensure HR’s compliance with federal and California regulations. Keep Director of HR advised of potential issues and recommends/implements solutions as appropriate.
• Coordinate administration of workers compensation, LOAs and income replacement compensation (short term disability, Paid Family Leave), and unemployment claims.
• Assist with recruiting, including assisting with the drafting job descriptions, writing social/online job posts, screening applicants, interviewing, applicant tracking, background checks and coordinating interviews and selection.
• Conduct new employee onboarding to ensure employees gain an understanding of the organization, benefit plans and enrollment provisions. Ensure all new employees are onboard consistently.
• Support the Director of HR with company-wide programs and initiatives such as annual employee surveys, performance reviews, compensation reviews, talent succession planning, leadership development, etc.
• Assist Director of HR in implementing initiatives to improve leadership effectiveness and employee development.
• Partner with Operations supporting Safety training and support.
• Assist in evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of department in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad-hoc reporting and as requested by Director of HR. Report on employee-related data as requested by Swiss-based ownership group, Emmi.

Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Spanish and English language fluency, a must.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal skills and abilities and communication skills (listening, interpersonal, oral, and written).
• High level of emotional intelligence, personal and professional integrity, and ethics.
• Demonstrates professionalism, confidentiality, and diplomacy.
• Good judgment.
• Strong knowledge in HR best practices, labor laws and regulations
• Detail oriented with strong follow-up initiative.
• Strong planning and implementation skills; research and synthesizing abilities.
• Excellent ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple competing assignments and responsibilities.
• Strong data management and HR technology-related skills -- UKG Ready experience a MUST. HR Suite experience a bonus.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Proficient writing, editing and proofreading skills with the ability to gather and organize information appropriately.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within changing priorities with a positive outlook.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S. degree preferred or A.A. degree in a related field of study and two years of additional work experience as described in the essential functions of the job description.
• Three years of progressive human resource experience; at least two years of recent California experience performing the duties previously described.
• Food Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Valid California Driver’s License and clean DMVR
• Preferred: Human Resources certification (SHRM or HRCI)

Essential Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and key responsibilities of this position.

Frequent operation of computer and other office equipment, the ability to sit at a workstation for long periods of time, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, lift, twist, pull, push, carry, grasp, reach and stoop as need, and to occasionally lift and carry items up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

The noise level in the office is usually quiet to moderate.The employee primarily works in an office environment but is exposed to the production facility where the noise is moderate to loud and there is exposure to mechanical equipment. Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Darey Brands Core Values:

• PUT PEOPLE FIRST : We respect everyone and celebrate diversity and inclusion, learning from each other and inspiring personal growth.
• OBSESS OVER QUALITY : We recognize that great taste and positive experiences drive sales. We continually innovate to delight our consumers and customers.
• DO WHAT IT TAKES : We collaborate and embrace challenges with passion and a solution-oriented mindset. We communicate honestly and transparently, building trust and having fun.
• HOLD OURSELVES ACCOUNTABLE : We strive to create balance of people, planet, and profit by respectfully caring about our team, community, and the environment.

What we have for you:

• Competitive pay opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependents with substantial employer premium contributions
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Employer 401(k) Safe Harbor matching program
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Generous amount of free product for employees

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