**Grow Your Career with a Leader in Sustainable Agriculture \- We're Hiring a Human Resources Generalist!** At American Vanguard, we're not just offering a job \- we're offering a path to purpose. If you're the kind of professional who wants to be part of something bigger, who thrives on challenges, and who is ready to help shape the future of agriculture, \- we want to hear from you. **Who We Are:** With over 50 years of experience, **American Vanguard Corporation** (NYSE: AVD) is a global U.S.-based company providing technological solutions for agriculture and related industries. We help farmers increase yields, protect crops, and address current challenges through sustainable, science-based innovations. Our portfolio includes trusted crop protection products, nutrient management tools, and advanced delivery systems. We serve a wide variety of crops, \- from corn and soybeans to vegetables and specialty crops. We are committed to environmental stewardship, sustainable practices, and meaningful partnerships. At **American Vanguard**, we are advancing agriculture through innovation, sustainability, and tangible results. **About the Job:** The **Human Resources Generalist** with a focus on **Regional Recruitment for LATAM** will be responsible for providing daily support in key HR functions while leading recruitment processes for positions across Latin America. This role combines generalist responsibilities \- such as labor relations, benefits administration, regulatory compliance, employee engagement, HR data management, and organizational development for the Mexico team \- with regional talent acquisition activities, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and local labor regulations in coordination with cross-functional and multicultural teams. **Key Responsibilities:** **Human Resources Generalist (for Mexico):** * Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR matters such as internal policies, benefits, procedures, and general support. * Maintain accurate and compliant employee records, including contracts, addendums, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, and absences. * Collaborate with management to ensure compliance with labor regulations during audits and internal reviews. * Support the identification of training needs, coordinate courses or workshops, and manage logistics and follow-up. * Administer employee benefits and support annual enrollment and renewal processes, coordinating with providers and assisting employees. * Assist in implementing employee engagement surveys, satisfaction surveys, or other HR-related assessments. * Support the organization of employee engagement activities. * Contribute to HR initiatives that promote retention, engagement, and organizational development. * Work closely with the HR Manager and department leaders to support workforce planning and talent development initiatives. * Support the creation and execution of HR policies and procedures that ensure compliance with local legislation and company objectives. * Provide support on labor relations matters and assist in investigations when necessary. * Coordinate and follow up on the annual performance review cycle and support managers in talent development planning. * Manage the offboarding process, including exit interviews and system deactivations. * Prepare and validate pre-payroll information, including attendance incidents, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to the payroll team. * Support the implementation of future HR projects and initiatives as required. **Recruitment and Onboarding (for LATAM countries):** * Coordinate recruitment processes in LATAM countries in collaboration with the Regional HRBP and local managers. * Post job openings, screen resumes, and coordinate interviews with relevant stakeholders. * Serve as the main point of contact for candidates throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a professional and timely experience. * Manage the onboarding process for all new hires in the region, including system profile creation, ensuring completion of all legal documents, and maintaining updated personnel files. * Coordinate and lead orientation sessions for new employees in the region. **Experience and Skills:** * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with remote teams and work in multicultural environments. * Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, stay organized, and pay close attention to detail. * High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information. * Minimum of 4 years of experience in general Human Resources roles. * At least 2 years of hands-on full-cycle recruitment experience, preferably for roles in LATAM countries. * Knowledge of local labor regulations and HR practices in Mexico. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, HR information systems (HRIS), and recruitment platforms (e.g., ADP, LinkedIn, Indeed, or similar). * Fluency in English and Spanish (written and spoken) is essential. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. **American Vanguard** maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing.