Talent Acquisition Specialist

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to: Manager, Talent acquisition.
• Location: Bakersfield, CA
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Employment Category: Full Time

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE.

Established in 2023, New Carrot Company, operating under the name Bolthouse Fresh Foods, is headquartered in the California Central Valley community of Bakersfield. Specializing in carrot production, the company caters to both retail and food service operations and is renowned for its Bolthouse Farms brand, widely distributed in major retailers across the United States and Canada.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a subsidiary of Butterfly Equity, a Los Angeles-based private equity firm with a specialty in the food sector. Butterfly Equity's expertise spans the entire food value chain, from 'seed to fork,' with a focus on agriculture & aquaculture, food & beverage products, food distribution, and foodservice.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

The Talent Acquisition Specialist is responsible for delivering all facets of recruiting success throughout the organization. This will be achieved through the development of local recruiting plans, employing traditional sourcing strategies and resources as well as developing new, creative recruiting ideas. The Recruiter will play a critical role in ensuring we are attracting and hiring the best possible talent.

JOB DUTIES:

• Develop creative sourcing strategies and execute on recruiting plans
• Inform job applicants of details such as duties, responsibilities, compensation, etc.
• Process employee new hire paperwork as related to the hiring process
• Administrative duties and HR documents recordkeeping
• Work with hiring managers on recruiting planning meetings
• Create job descriptions as needed
• Lead the creation of a recruiting and interviewing plan for each open position
• Efficiently and effectively fill open positions
• Conduct regular follow-up with managers to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation
• Develop a pool of qualified candidates in advance of need
• Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting
• Aid public relations in establishing a recognizable “employer of choice” reputation for the company, both internally and externally
• Communicate with managers and employees regularly to establish rapport, gauge morale, and source new candidate leads
• Attend local professional meetings and membership development meetings
• Maintain regular contact with possible future candidates
• Attend career fairs for recruiting and company recognition
• Other duties and projects as assigned to support overall Human Resources and company initiatives.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Human Resources, or other related field and/or 2-5 years of experience in a Recruiting role
• 2+ years of full cycle recruitment in the manufacturing or production industry
• Valid California Driver License
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Proven, reliable work history

Required Skills And Abilities:

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidential nature of human resources work
• Ability to interact with diverse employee population and with internal/external customers in an effective, professional matter
• Attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials
• Good to excellent grammar and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, pro-actively resolve challenges in a fast paced, high pressure environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent conflict resolution skills, diplomacy, and tact
• Ability to have a flexible schedule when business need arise

Preferred Qualifications:

• Background in Food and Distribution Industries
• General knowledge of various employment California laws and practices

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

WHAT WE OFFER

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Farms and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@bolthousefresh.com for additional support and guidance.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Farms is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.