Director of People and Operations

WNC CBD
Swannanoa, NC
The Director of People & Operations is a trusted leader who oversees the health and function of our internal team. This person supports and manages department managers, drives HR and compliance processes, stewards internal communication, and champions people-first practices across the organization. The right candidate will balance people strategy with operational execution, helping shape a workplace that s both highly productive and deeply human.

This is a full-time, on-site position located at our facility in Swannanoa, NC.

Benefits
Health Benefits
Paid holidays
Paid Mental Health Day Once a Month
Paid time off
Bonus Opportunities
Employee Discount
Retirement Plans

Culture
WNC CBD is a values-driven company committed to quality, integrity, and care for our products, our customers, and our team. As we grow, we re investing in the structure and people that will take us to the next level. We believe in fostering an inclusive culture where our team is empowered, supported, and aligned.

Responsibilities

Team & People Leadership

  • Manage and support department managers
  • Lead daily and monthly management meetings
  • Conduct monthly 1:1s with managers
  • Plan and lead all-staff meetings, internal announcements, and newsletters

HR & Employee Lifecycle

  • Own hiring pipeline: job postings, interviews, background checks, onboarding
  • Oversee employee files, I-9s, job descriptions, contact info, and compliance docs
  • Facilitate offboarding for voluntary and involuntary terminations
  • Track employee retention and lead retention initiatives
  • Handle progressive discipline documentation, incident reports, and policy enforcement

Operations & Administration

  • Run weekly payroll and manage Gusto processes
  • Approve/deny timesheets and time off requests for management
  • Maintain the org chart and personnel files
  • Oversee training tracking and development plans

Internal Communication & Culture

  • Act as the communication bridge between customer service and internal departments for product or tech concerns
  • Solicit and share feedback from monthly staff surveys
  • Plan employee appreciation initiatives and gatherings
  • Manage internal Teams channels and chat functionality

Policy & Compliance

  • Maintain and update the employee handbook and policy documents
  • Support management in setting and finalizing bonus goals
Qualifications
  • 5+ years experience in HR, Operations, or People leadership roles
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution and decision-making skills
  • High integrity, discretion, and emotional intelligence
  • Comfort managing multiple priorities and wearing many hats
  • Familiarity with employment law, compliance, and documentation best practices
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary range: $70,000 $90,000 depending on experience
  • Health benefits including dental & vision insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Paid holidays, paid time off, team appreciation events
  • Retirement plans
  • Opportunity to shape company culture and grow with the business

Requirements
At least 5 years experience in HR, Operations, or Leadership Roles
At least 21 years old
Accept a background check to be performed
Accept a credit check to be performed
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Minimum High School Degree
Equal Opportunity Employer
WNC CBD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requisition #cmdsw7f3gfjma0iphiqwpetsx
Posted 2025-08-09

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