Divert is a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies. Founded in 2007, the company provides an end-to-end solution that leverages data to prevent waste, facilitates edible food recovery to provide to people in need, and transforms unsold food products into renewable energy to power communities.
About the role
Divert is hiring a Senior HR Generalist to be the HR team's primary voice for our frontline workforce, a trusted partner who makes our values of Transparency and Win as a Team real for employees across the country. This is a hands-on, judgment-intensive role that spans employee relations, manager coaching, compliance, safety culture, and employee communications. You'll partner closely with two HR Business Partners and the EH&S team, and report directly to the Chief People Officer. Location is Longview, WA or Lexington, NC (proximate to a Divert facility; regular plant visits expected approximately once every few weeks or as needed).
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for managers and employees on employee relations matters including corrective actions, attendance point tracking, performance improvement, and policy interpretation.
Guide frontline and corporate managers through disciplinary and corrective action processes, drafting documentation and advising on appropriate responses.
Conduct or support workplace investigations, including fact-finding, documentation, and recommended outcomes.
Own and champion the AskHR inbox, crafting clear, accessible communications that help employees understand policies and benefits.
Serve as the HR team's liaison to the Environmental Health & Safety team, collaborating on workers' compensation and injury-related leaves.
Identify patterns in employee relations and safety issues and contribute to the department's strategic action plan.
Own and maintain HR policies and employee handbook content.
Support leave of absence coordination and play an active role in benefits communication and open enrollment.
Travel to Divert plant locations approximately once per week to build relationships and stay connected to the business.
Qualifications and skills
5+ years of HR experience with meaningful depth in employee relations, including corrective actions, attendance management, and workplace investigations.
Experience supporting an hourly or frontline workforce, ideally in manufacturing, food production, logistics, or a similarly operations-heavy environment.
Working knowledge of relevant employment law (FMLA, ADA, multi-state leave, wage and hour basics).
Strong collaboration and communication skills across all levels of the organization.
Proficiency with an HRIS; experience with UKG Pro is a plus.
Benefits
Base salary range $110,000-$125,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Health, vision, and dental benefits, life insurance, safe harbor 401(k) plan, and paid time off.
More info: Longview, WA or Lexington, NC.