THE ROLE

The Senior Human Resources Manager will hold a key position within the team, managing the human resources needs of five wineries, three in the Anderson Valley, one in Sebastopol and one in Calistoga. It is a role that will collaboratively drive continuous improvement. This position reports directly to the Corporate Director of Human Resources and Administration,with an indirect reporting structure to the President of the wineries.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing and controlling all facets of the Human Resources department at the wineries.
Serves as a point of contact for employees who wish to address their concerns regarding their employment and works with management to resolve any issues.
Maintains department records and reports in compliance with regulatory and licensing bodies.
Administers all workers compensation, Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), and leave of absence information.
Manage and coordinate recruiting of candidates and onboarding new hires with functional teams and administrative team.
Responsible for compliance with all wage and hour practices. Reviews, corrects as needed, and approves all timekeeping records prior to submitting them for payroll purposes. Responsible for bi-weekly payroll of 3 wineries.
Provides prompt response to work related injuries and ensures compliance with all company and regulatory guidelines working with Risk Management
Coaches and advises managers on how to handle employee issues and ensures that all employees are treated fairly and consistently within the law. Recommends disciplinary action up to and including termination when necessary.
Prepares and files all necessary insurance, HR, and OSHA related paperwork
Acts as a liaison with local occupational clinic, communicating with injured worker, and providing follow-up to the manager, HR department and insurance carrier.

QUALIFICATIONS

4-year degree in HR Management, Psychology or Business Management preferred.
Seven (7) + years of human resources generalist experience.
PHR or Human Resources Certificate preferred.
Subject matter expert on federal and state specific employment and wage and hour law.
Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Must be willing to travel up to 50% depending on nexus of employment location.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Regularly required to sit on an office chair one to two hours at a time up to seven hours per day
Ability to lift 20 lbs.

THE COMPANY

Maisons Marques & Domaines USA Inc. (MMD USA) was founded in 1987 as the U.S. sales and marketing arm for Champagne Louis Roederer and its California winery, Roederer Estate. Today, the company has grown into a well-respected marketer and importer of family-owned, prestigious producers. The company now owns 5 wineries throughout California. Despite its growth, the company has retained the spirit of a small, hands-on company with a very dedicated team. Headquartered in Oakland’s vibrant Jack London Square, we are looking for an experienced leader to services our winery properties.

Employment Type
Full-time

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