Family owned & operated
A family business working with family farms.
H&R Labor specializes in working with producers and independent farmers throughout Central California, and our leadership is on the phone and on the floor.
Family owned and rooted in Kern County since 1988.
We work with producers and independent farmers throughout Central California to maximize personnel, reduce liability, cut costs and increase efficiency.
Our mission
At H&R Labor, we’re on a mission to transform the workforce in the heart of California. We connect top-tier talent with leading agricultural processing facilities, fueling growth and innovation. We’re not just filling positions. We’re revitalizing our community, creating opportunities and shaping the future of local industries.
Driven by a commitment to quality, reliability and integrity, we go beyond expectations to deliver tailored staffing solutions. By building deep relationships and truly understanding the needs of our partners, we make our passion for people the thing that sets us apart.
Our vision
The driving force behind a thriving, innovative and sustainable California ag industry.
By empowering talent, fostering community partnerships and championing ethical, forward-thinking practices, we aim to elevate the local workforce and shape a prosperous future for the industries we serve. Together, we’re cultivating a legacy of opportunity, growth and lasting impact for our community and the environment.
Milestones
Three decades on the Valley’s lines
- 1988
Serving Kern County
H&R begins staffing growers and processors in Kern County.
- 2017
Weeks Roses
Field and facility labor for Weeks Roses begins, a partnership that continues today.
- 2021
The Garlic Company
H&R starts filling temporary staffing needs for The Garlic Company in March.
- 2022
Inc. 5000, #639
Ranked among America’s fastest-growing private companies. Read the article
- Today
Bakersfield & Tulare
Two offices serving processors across Central California.
Core values
What we stand on
Integrity
We hold the highest ethical standards in every interaction. Honesty, transparency and fairness guide every decision, building trust with clients, candidates and partners.
Industry experience
Our team knows the agriculture and food processing sectors deeply. We stay current on trends and innovations to match the right talent with the right opportunities.
Local focus
As a locally based agency, we’re rooted in the community we serve and invested in the success of local processors, agribusinesses and farmers.
People first
People are at the center of everything we do. We build real relationships with clients and candidates for mutual growth and success.
Sustainable solutions
We promote sustainable practices in agriculture and food processing, and connect with like-minded people and organizations to build a more environmentally conscious future.
Empowering opportunities
Everyone deserves a chance to thrive in agriculture. We connect talented candidates with diverse opportunities so they can reach their full potential.
Community enrichment
Our commitment goes beyond staffing. We take part in community initiatives, support local farmers’ markets and advocate for the well-being of the ag community.
Continuous improvement
Through feedback, evaluation and ongoing development, we keep improving our services to meet the evolving needs of the industries we serve.
Our team
Leadership
Robert Heredia
Chief Executive Officer
Claudia Heredia
Chief Financial Officer
Alex Ramos
Chief Operating Officer
Let’s staff your next season.
Tell us about your line. We’ll put the right people on it, and stay on site to keep it running.