Kelli Jones

About Kelli Jones

Strategic Human Resources and Risk Management leader with 25+ years of experience guiding organizations through complex employee relations, labor environments, regulatory compliance, and operational risk. Proven ability to lead site‑level and multi‑site HR functions across manufacturing, food production, and distribution operations in California, including unionized workforces.Recognized as a trusted advisor to executive and operational leadership, I specialize in mitigating legal and operational risk through sound governance, effective investigations, disciplined policy application, and proactive safety and compliance programs. My approach balances business needs with associate advocacy, ensuring fair, consistent, and defensible outcomes.Core areas of expertise include:Enterprise & operational risk managementLabor relations, grievances, and collective bargaining environmentsWorkplace investigations and corrective actionOSHA, workers’ compensation, and safety governanceCalifornia employment law, wage & hour, and leave administration (FMLA/CFRA/ADA)Talent strategy, leadership development, and workforce planningKnown for calm, decisive leadership in high‑risk environments, I partner closely with leaders, corporate teams, and external agencies to protect the organization while building strong, compliant, and engaged workforces.

Experience

1. Vice President Human Resources

   Performance Foodservice

   Jun 2024 — Present · Gilroy, CA, US

Education

• American River College

  Retail Management Certificate

Skills

• Payroll
• Workforce Planning
• Talent Management
• Training
• Employee Engagement
• Customer Service
• Onboarding
• Personnel Management
• Interviews
• New Hire Orientations
• Human Resources
• Performance Management
• Employee Relations
• HR Policies
• Labor Relations
• Interviewing
• Management
• Team Building