Description
Regional HR Director (Bilingual Preferred)
Lead. Build. Inspire.
Are you a hands-on, high-energy HR leader ready to make a real impact across multiple sites? We’re seeking a strategic, business-savvy HR executive to lead HR across three fast-paced manufacturing facilities. You’ll build and mentor a high-performing HR team, partner with plant leadership, and drive talent, compliance, and organizational initiatives that fuel business growth.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead: Coach and develop site HR staff, creating a unified, high-performing regional team
- Partner: Serve as a senior HR business partner to plant and operations leadership
- Protect & Comply: Ensure California, Oregon, and federal employment law compliance
- Grow Talent: Drive recruiting, onboarding, performance management, succession planning, and employee development
- Measure & Influence: Oversee HR compliance programs, budgets, and workforce analytics
- Be Present: Maintain a visible, hands-on presence across all sites (travel up to 40%)
What You Bring:
- 10+ years progressive HR experience, including multi-site/multi-state leadership
- Manufacturing, food production, or regulated production experience
- Deep knowledge of California and Oregon employment laws
- Experience supervising HR staff across multiple locations
- Strong business acumen, financial literacy, and ability to influence leaders at all levels
- Resilient, solutions-oriented, and energized by challenges
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
Preferred:
- PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification
- Experience supporting rapid growth, facility openings, or M&A integration
- Familiarity with HRIS/ATS platforms for hourly/manufacturing hiring
Why This Role:
This is your chance to lead HR at scale, shape strategy, build high-performing teams, and drive measurable impact across multiple facilities in a growing, dynamic organization.
Requirements
What You Bring:
- 10+ years progressive HR experience, including multi-site/multi-state leadership
- Manufacturing, food production, or regulated production experience
- Deep knowledge of California and Oregon employment laws
- Experience supervising HR staff across multiple locations
- Strong business acumen, financial literacy, and ability to influence leaders at all levels
- Resilient, solutions-oriented, and energized by challenges
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
Preferred:
- PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification
- Experience supporting rapid growth, facility openings, or M&A integration
- Familiarity with HRIS/ATS platforms for hourly/manufacturing hiring
Why This Role:
This is your chance to lead HR at scale, shape strategy, build high-performing teams, and drive measurable impact across multiple facilities in a growing, dynamic organization.
F&S Offers: We are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits program focused on your total well-being.
- Competitive compensation package - Dependent on experience + bonus.
- A robust health and welfare benefits package that includes Life, Health, Dental, Vision
- The opportunity to plan for the future with a strong 401(K) including company match
- Time to recharge with Paid Time Off annually + Paid Holidays
- Career Advancement opportunities and Tuition Assistance to help you achieve your goals and continue your career growth.
Our Values: As we continue to grow and provide leading edge products to our customers, we understand hiring the right people and treating them well is critical to our success. Everything we do starts with our values. These are the beliefs that we share and that strengthen our team. Our values shape our thoughts and actions every day. At F&S its Always FRESH and Always FUN!
Find the most positive path.
Respond swiftly, accurately, and nimbly.
Earn trust by sharing, helping, and keeping promises.
Serve up safety.
Have each other’s backs.
Join the Fresh Revolution with F&S Fresh Foods!
Headquartered in Vineland, NJ, F&S Fresh Foods is leading the way in fresh-cut fruit, vegetables, and meal solutions distribution. With the recent acquisition of five additional state-of-the-art facilities strategically located across the U.S., we now deliver to customers across the United States and Canada —every single day!
For over 40 years, we’ve been redefining production and safety processes, building strong partnerships, and creating endless possibilities for our diverse customers—from restaurants and supermarket prepared food operations to convenience store chains and beyond. At F&S, we are fueling families with nutrition, innovation, and convenience, turning meals into memorable moments. By combining cutting-edge technology, deep-rooted customer relationships, and operational excellence, we are shaping the future of fresh—from farm to family.
We’re not just about food; we’re about people. Recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, our team of 2,100 full-time employees drives our culture forward by living our values every day. If you’re ready to be part of a company that values innovation, excellence, and community impact, join us as we embrace our next exciting chapter of growth. Together, we’re planting the seeds of progress and nourishing a fresh, healthy future for everyone!
F&S is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Join us in shaping the future of F&S Fresh Foods!
