People Operations Specialist

Kindly be advised that we are handling the recruitment for this position internally and are not partnering with external recruiters.

We are a Biology Company

Plantible, backed by Astanor Ventures, Lerer Hippeau, Piva Capital, Kellogg’s, and Vectr Ventures, is a vertically integrated biology company that is unlocking the power in plants in service of people & planet. Our mission is to create solutions that empower customers to make sustainable and regenerative choices without compromising on quality. We are beginning with the food industry. Please visit our website to learn more about our mission and continued success:

As People Operations Specialist, you will be a dynamic and proactive force across our work sites, helping to ensure our team operations run smoothly, our people feel supported and engaged, and our culture continues to flourish as we scale. You’ll wear a hybrid HR / office-operations hat and partner closely with the People & Culture Manager to build systems, deliver operational excellence, and foster an inclusive, high-energy environment.

If you want the opportunity to make an immediate and sustainable impact in the development of the company, we want to hear from you!

HR Operations & Compliance

• Administer timesheet and payroll processes in close coordination with accounting and site ops.
• Own onboarding and offboarding for the Texas site; support recruitment process logistics (scheduling, coordination, background checks, etc).
• Assist in developing and implementing HR policies and programs to support an efficient, compliant and inclusive workplace.
• Monitor and maintain employee files and records in alignment with state/federal labor regulations.
• Participate in safety & compliance meetings, monitor Workers’ Compensation activity, ensure incidents are reported, investigated and followed‑up promptly.
• Assist accounting/internal audit teams with HR‑/office‑related audits to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with company objectives.
• Review and verify inventory counts and purchasing activity to ensure accuracy, identify inefficiencies, and maintain proper documentation for deliveries and expenses.
• Scrutinize operational spending (e.g. job and maintenance supplies) to spot cost‑saving opportunities and promote smarter purchasing decisions.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as the first point of contact for team members and site visitors, creating a professional and friendly atmosphere.
• Resolve employee‑relations issues with discretion and professionalism, escalating as needed.
• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives, such as site events, celebrations, and cross‑team gatherings; support company‑wide events.
• Help define and refine operating procedures and guidelines to improve the employee experience and further embed our culture of “We are customer‑focused, We are rigorous, We are bold, We are one, We are candid.”

Office Management

• Maintain a well‑organized, inviting and high‑functioning office environment, from greeting new hires and visitors to managing meeting spaces, tech set‑up, supplies and vendor relationships.
• Proactively manage supplies, inventory and common‑area upkeep, ensuring our physical workspace aligns with our brand and culture.
• Prepare conference rooms, ensure tech is functioning, coordinate logistics for meetings and trainings.
• Coordinate company housing and some travel accommodations for team members and visitors traveling to the Texas site, ensuring a smooth and comfortable stay.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• 2 + years of HR/People Operations experience (ideally in a small to medium company or startup environment) delivering HR operations, compliance, onboarding/offboarding, employee relations.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. federal and Texas state employment laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational, time‑management and multitasking ability; highly detail‑oriented and able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build trust and relationships across…