HR Coordinator Job at FreshRealm, Inc. in San Clemente

Overview

This role is based onsite at our San Clemente, CA facility. The base salary range for this role is $68,640 - $73,000.

FreshRealm is in a high-growth state, and our culture of ACTIONS drives our team members forward to maximize their potential. We operate with hardworking, passionate leaders who persevere through challenges, collaborate to problem solve, and work to bring out the best in our employees as we service our customers. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to apply and make employment decisions based on merit.

The HR Coordinator supports the HR function at a dynamic food manufacturing facility by executing key HR administrative processes, supporting employee programs, and assisting with recruiting and onboarding activities. Under the guidance of the Sr. Human Resources Manager, this role partners closely with operations leadership and staffing agencies to support workforce needs and ensure a positive employee experience. This role is ideal for early-career HR professionals who are eager to grow their HR expertise in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting efforts for hourly and contingent roles.
• Coordinate candidate communications, interviews, background checks, and onboarding activities.
• Support agency coordination to ensure timely and accurate labor fulfillment.
• Help facilitate new hire orientation and training logistics.

HR Operations & Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HRIS data.
• Assist in the administration of HR programs, including benefits, leave of absence tracking, timekeeping, and employee documentation.
• Support compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable employment laws.

Employee Experience & Engagement

• Act as a resource to employees by responding to routine HR questions.
• Support employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and culture-building events.
• Help promote a culture of safety, accountability, and respect.

Policy & Compliance Support

• Assist with ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local labor laws.
• Help with reporting, audits, and maintaining required documentation.
• Support investigations and compliance tracking as needed.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner with operations, EHS, maintenance, and other teams to support workforce initiatives.
• Assist HR leadership in implementing workforce strategies aligned with operational needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field with at least 6 months of HR internship or entry-level experience OR 2–5 years of professional experience with exposure to HR functions.
• Experience supporting a warehouse, manufacturing, or hourly workforce strongly preferred.
• Basic understanding of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning new HR systems.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance
• 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
• Life and ADD insurance
• Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals.
• Unlimited paid time off (for salaried positions)

Our Values at Work

We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words, and our company values align to those ACTIONS.

In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like:

• ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks. Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines. Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time.
• CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY: We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.
• TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership. Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings.
• INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value. Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices. Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks.
• OBJECTIVITY: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity.
• NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to stay focused and on task with urgency and make adjustments accordingly. Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support.
• SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task. Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track and foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to provide the best experience and service to our consumers.

Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.