Human Resource & Safety Manager

Human Resource & Safety Manager Valley Box Company About Us:

We are a family-run manufacturing company that believes in treating people with respect and handling HR and safety matters in a practical, straightforward way. We focus on real-world solutions that keep our people safe, supported, and compliant — without unnecessary red tape. The Role The HR & Safety Manager is responsible for supporting our employees and leadership team through practical, fair, and compliant HR practices, while also leading workplace safety, OSHA compliance, and accident prevention efforts. This role is the go-to person for employee relations, training, compliance, and safety programs. You will work closely with supervisors and ownership and play a key role in maintaining a positive, respectful, and safe workplace. This position balances people management with hands-on safety leadership in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Hiring & New Employees Post job openings, interview applicants, and help choose the right people Handle new hire paperwork and lead orientation and onboarding Ensure safety training is part of onboarding for all new employees Employee Reviews & Supervisor Support Run annual performance reviews for 60+ employees Conduct 90-day reviews with regular check-ins and supervisor input, and report updates directly to ownership Help supervisors improve communication, leadership, and people management Employee Issues & Workplace Support Handle employee concerns, conflicts, and complaints in a practical, fair, and respectful way Lead disciplinary actions, terminations, and layoffs when needed, following the law and company policy Manage workers' compensation claims and support employees through the process Partner with ownership and supervisors on injury response and return-to-work coordination Payroll, Timekeeping & Benefits Maintain employee payroll records, including hours worked and time off balances Manage benefits and leave programs, including medical leave and state disability Policies & HR Compliance Keep the employee handbook and HR policies up to date and easy to understand Help make sure the company follows employment and workplace laws Support audits, documentation, and regulatory recordkeeping as needed Safety, OSHA & Risk Management (Expanded Focus) Lead and manage the company's workplace safety program Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable safety regulations Investigate workplace accidents and near-misses, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions Maintain required safety documentation Coordinate safety inspections and respond to regulatory inquiries when needed Develop, implement, and track safety procedures and best practices Work with supervisors to identify hazards and reduce workplace risk Safety & Training Lead safety training and required workplace training Run monthly safety committee meetings, help identify problems, track solutions, and report progress to ownership Develop and deliver ongoing safety education for employees and supervisors Culture & Morale Help plan employee events, anniversaries, and celebrations Support a respectful, team-oriented, and safety-first culture What We're Looking For Fluent in both Spanish and English, required At least 5 years of hands-on HR experience Experience with workplace safety programs and OSHA compliance in a manufacturing or industrial environment Strong understanding of California and federal employment laws Honest, approachable, and able to build trust with employees and leadership Confident handling of sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism Well organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Experience using HR systems, payroll platforms, and timekeeping systems SHRM or HRCI certification is a plus, but not required Safety certifications (OSHA, safety management, or similar) are a plus Strong, verifiable professional references Education Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Safety Management, or related field required Compensation & Benefits Pay range: $80,000 to $90,000 per year (depending on experience and safety background) Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid time off Job Type Full time In person

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): LinkedIn Profile (optional): If you'd like to share your professional profile, paste the link here.

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Human resources management: 7 years (Required)

Safety Manager:

5 years (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Required) English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Santee, CA 92071 (Required)

Work Location:

In person