Human Resources Associate

Company and Position Information:

Del Monte Foods (DMFC) is a multi-national food company headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, with a powerful portfolio of brands, including iconic Del Monte, Contadina and College Inn. Our premium-quality meal ingredients, snacks and beverages can be found in six out of ten U.S. households.

At Del Monte Foods, we believe in supporting one another. In helping our people shape their own careers - in letting them grow outward, upward and across disciplines. We are tending to the greater good, providing accessible, nourishing, great-tasting food for all. We are Del Monte Foods - Growers of Good.

The salary range for this role is:

Responsibilities:

The ideal hourly pay rate is $19.63 - $24.75 and is dependent upon experience.

This position will provide day-to-day HR administrative support and serve as a frontline resource for hourly employees and supervisors. It ensures continuity in HR operations and helps meet compliance and workforce management standards critical to production, retention, and organizational performance.

• Provide support for employee questions, issues, and problem resolution on services such as leaves and attendance tracking, i.e., sick, vacation, PTO, FMLA, personal leave, etc.
• Accurately tracks attendance and leave of absences to ensure timely enforcement of attendance policies. Generate Disciplinary Actions in accordance with Attendance Control Program. Notifies supervisors in a timely manner of disciplinary actions that need to be reviewed and issued for attendance related concerns. Responds to all employee inquiries related to Attendance Point balances.
• Maintain employee records, personnel files, audit timekeeping system, and HRIS data with confidentiality and accuracy.
• Provide support for timekeeping and attendance tracking, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Conduct new hire orientation and onboarding processes.
• Assist with employee relations matters and escalate issues as needed to the HR Manager.
• Support HR compliance activities including I-9 documentation/audits, safety related inquiries and documentation, training records, and required postings.
• Help organize employee recognition programs and internal communication efforts.
• Generate reports related to headcount, turnover, and other HR metrics.
• Partner with CoE support teams to resolve employee inquiries.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR function at Del Monte Foods.
• Coordinate and assist in recruitment efforts for both seasonal and full-time positions, including job postings, screening, and interviews.
• Provide support for employee questions, issues, and problem resolution on services such as leaves and attendance tracking, i.e., sick, vacation, PTO, FMLA, personal leave, etc.
• Accurately tracks attendance and leave of absences to ensure timely enforcement of attendance policies. Generate Disciplinary Actions in accordance with the Attendance Program. Notifies supervisors in a timely manner of disciplinary actions that need to be reviewed and issued for attendance related concerns. Responds to all employee inquiries related to Attendance Point balances.
• Other duties as assigned

Del Monte Foods Key Behaviors:

GET OUR HANDS DIRTY

• Dig in and understand the business.

• Stay focused on priorities and drive for results.

• Pursue goals with purpose and persevere through challenges.

CULTIVATE SOLUTIONS

• Improve processes, products and services.

• Take calculated risks to develop effective solutions.

• Use data and insights to drive business performance.

GROW SUCCESS TOGETHER

• Create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

• Collaborate and promote teamwork to achieve individual and shared goals.

• Hold ourselves and others accountable for commitments.

Qualifications:

• Minimum AA degree in business or human resources management.
• HR Certification is highly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years HR or administrative experience.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve issues independently or escalate appropriately
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, UKG) is a plus
• Solid understanding of HR practices, labor laws, and compliance standards
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and relationships across all levels of the organization
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines consistently
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and process improvement
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing or production environment
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required

WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).

Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Del Monte Foods is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

No agencies or 3rd party vendors.