VF Corporation opened a new Distribution Center in Jonestown, Pennsylvania in July 2018. We’re creating more than 175 new jobs over the next three years to distribute our Vans®, Timberland® and The North Face® brands. You can access all VF job openings in Jonestown at vfc.com.
VF is committed to delivering innovative products and experiences to consumers. As one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies, we’re proud of our socially and environmentally responsible operations spanning geographies, product categories and distribution channels. With 119 years of experience transforming ourselves in an ever-changing global marketplace, we constantly learn from the past, but live in the future.
Many of our brands are well-known leaders in their respective categories. Some of them have become iconic. Jonestown associates will primarily be supporting the following VF brands:
Vans: The Vans brand has been connecting with youth culture to promote creative self-expression, authenticity and progression for nearly 50 years, while linking the brand’s deep roots in action sports with art, music and street culture.
Timberland: The Timberland brand believes that boots, shoes, apparel and gear should be comfortable enough to wear all day, durable enough to withstand your everyday adventures, and stylish enough to stand the test of time.
The North Face: Expanding from a single storefront in San Francisco, The North Face® brand has been revolutionizing outdoor gear and inspiring a global movement of exploration for more than 50 years. The North Face brand delivers an extensive line of outdoor performance apparel, footwear and equipment that pushes the boundaries of innovation.
Other VF brands include Smartwool®, JanSport® and Dickies®, among others. Employee discounts on VF apparel and footwear are generous, making it easy for our employees to buy, wear and promote our products.
Generalist – Human Resources: Become the Newest Member of the VF Family
The Human Resources Generalist, reporting to the Human Resources Manager, will provide a full complement of HR support to the distribution center. The Human Resources Generalist manages the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources office and is responsible for all areas related to the Human Resources function including but not limited to employee relations, policy implementation, recruitment, training and development, benefit and leave administration as well as the accurate and timely reporting of information to employees and management of the company.
How You Will Make a Difference:
Under the supervisor of the Human Resources Manager, counsels management concerning employee related decisions. Counsels employees on an as-needed basis.
Interprets policy and benefit information when responding to questions from employees; assists HR Manager in policy development.
Researches and develops salary recommendations; assists management with performance related issues and performance appraisal administration.
Conducts new employee orientations and exit interviews with terminating employees.
Supports the recruiting efforts of various department needs (sourcing, screening, interviewing, onboarding)
Coordinates job postings for distribution center.
Ensures that job posting and job selection policies are followed by all hiring managers advising them of procedures as required.
Ensures compliance with State and Federal labor laws, Wage and Hour laws, and Affirmative Action
Administers worker's compensation to include case management & follow-up with employees, supervisor, and medical support teams
Assists managers and employees with career development and planning by suggesting career paths for employees.
Assists in performance management and training and development of employees
Creates and delivers various presentations for employees and managers
Takes an active role in employee engagement activities
Performs ad-hoc HR administrative duties as needed for the department
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
