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Senior People Operations Manager

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Charm Industrial

Charm Industrial

51-200 employees

Carbon capture and storage solutions provider

Social Impact
Energy
Food & Agriculture

Compensation Overview

$100k - $135kAnnually

Senior

Fort Lupton, CO, USA

Requires onsite presence in Fort Lupton, CO for a minimum of three days per week.

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Required Skills
Applicant Tracking Software (ATS)
Communications
Word/Pages/Docs
Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 8+ years in HR roles within manufacturing environments, focusing on HR operations, employee relations, and compliance.
  • Ability to navigate competing and changing priorities with clarity, patience and autonomy.
  • Ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
  • Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to other sites.
  • Experience with HRIS, ATS, and proficiency in Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc.).
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with employees at all levels.
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make recommendations.
  • Experience in resolving complex employee relations issues and conflicts.
  • Ability to coach managers and employees on conflict resolution and mediation techniques.
  • Proven track record of working collaboratively in a team environment and building positive relationships across departments.
  • Experience partnering with external vendors and consultants for HR services.
Responsibilities
  • Act as a dedicated point of contact for all HR needs for a team of approximately 70 FTEs located in Colorado, Kansas, and soon Louisiana, providing timely and effective support for all employee needs, from administrative queries to employee relations concerns.
  • Update internal resources to help employees find answers to questions about benefits, L&D, and performance management.
  • Conduct regular timecard audits.
  • Track and help manage our rolling Operations step progression and pay grade programs.
  • Contribute to the development and enhancement of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and alignment with best practices.
  • Partner with external vendors and consultants for HR services, such as benefits administration and training programs.
  • Ownership of the end-to-end onboarding process for new hires in our Colorado, Kansas, and Louisiana locations, conducting orientations, preparing welcome materials, and ensuring the completion of necessary documentation.
  • Performance management.
  • Offboarding processes including exit interviews and transition support.
  • Serve as a strategic partner to regional business leaders, providing guidance and support on all HR and resourcing-related matters.
  • Relationship building across the organization.
  • Provide guidance and training to local managers and supervisors on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Serve as a resource for managers and supervisors in handling employee relations issues and promoting a positive work environment.
  • Coach employees on conflict resolution techniques and facilitate mediation sessions to resolve workplace disputes and improve team dynamics.
  • Coordinate and drive monthly team step meetings with members of the operations team and the Directors of Production Operations and Injection Operations.
  • Conduct regular training sessions to ensure compliance with HR policies and regulations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive employee engagement and foster a positive work culture.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve HR processes and initiatives.
  • Stay updated on local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
  • Implement and monitor compliance programs to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to legal standards.
  • Provide coaching and counseling to employees and managers on various HR-related topics.
  • Address employee concerns, grievances, and conflicts in a fair and timely manner.
  • Conduct thorough investigations with confidentiality and integrity and recommend appropriate resolutions.

Charm Industrial focuses on carbon capture and storage to help combat climate change. The company collects agricultural residues, which are the leftover parts of crops after harvesting, and converts them into bio-oil using a process called pyrolysis. This process transforms biomass into a carbon-rich liquid through a self-sustaining reaction. The bio-oil is then pumped deep underground, where it solidifies and permanently removes carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. This method not only helps in reducing CO2 levels but also minimizes risks like wildfires and soil erosion. Charm Industrial's business model targets clients in the agricultural sector, charging them for the conversion of their agricultural residues into bio-oil and its subsequent storage underground. The goal is to provide a practical solution for reducing carbon footprints and promoting sustainability.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$125.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

49%

2 year growth

125%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The $100M Series B funding will enable Charm Industrial to scale its operations significantly, potentially leading to rapid growth and increased market share.
  • Charm Industrial's technology not only captures carbon but also improves soil health with biochar, offering additional value to agricultural clients.
  • The company's collaboration with Carbon Direct and EcoEngineers to develop MRV standards positions it as a leader in setting industry benchmarks for carbon removal.

What critics are saying

  • The nascent stage of the bio-oil sequestration market means there is still uncertainty around long-term adoption and regulatory support.
  • Scaling operations to a continent-wide fleet of pyrolyzers presents logistical and operational challenges that could strain resources and impact efficiency.

What makes Charm Industrial unique

  • Charm Industrial's unique bio-oil sequestration process offers a permanent carbon removal solution, unlike many competitors who focus on temporary carbon offsets.
  • The company's focus on converting agricultural residues into bio-oil not only addresses carbon capture but also mitigates wildfire risks and soil erosion, providing a multi-faceted environmental benefit.
  • Charm Industrial's recent $100M Series B funding round, led by General Catalyst, underscores strong investor confidence and provides significant capital for scaling operations.