HR Manager / Recruiter (Warehouse)

Key Responsibilities

• Career Onboarding & Retention
• Coordinate new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Ensure completion of I-9s, E-Verify (if applicable), new hire paperwork, and required compliance documents.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and retention efforts.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze turnover trends.
• Employee Relations
• Serve as the primary HR resource for employees and managers.
• Provide guidance on employee performance, coaching, corrective action, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Aid managers with performance improvement plans and employee development.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee matters.
• HR Administration & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with California labor laws, wage and hour regulations, leave laws, and company policies.
• Administer employee files and HRIS records.
• Cook up benefits enrollment and answer employee questions regarding benefits.
• Support payroll by reviewing timekeeping, attendance, and employee changes.
• Maintain required labor law postings and personnel documentation.
• Aid with workers' compensation claims and return-to-work programs.
• Safety & Operations Partnership
• Partner with warehouse leadership on safety initiatives and OSHA compliance.
• Aid in accident investigations and corrective actions.
• Participate in safety meetings and training programs.
• Support operational leaders in maintaining a productive and engaged workforce.
• Talent Acquisition
• Manage full-cycle recruiting for hourly and salaried warehouse positions, including Warehouse Associates, Forklift Operators, Inventory Control, Supervisors, Leads, Customer Service, and Operations Management.
• Partner with warehouse leadership to understand staffing needs and workforce planning.
• Source candidates through job boards, staffing agencies, referrals, community organizations, and recruiting events.
• Screen resumes, conduct interviews, coordinate hiring managers, and manage offer approvals.
• Facilitate background checks, employment verification, and pre-employment requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience with significant recruiting responsibility.
• HR experience in a 3PL, warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing, or fulfillment environment.
• Experience managing the California employee termination process, including preparing compliant final paychecks on the date of termination (when required), coordinating required separation documentation (including EDD notices and other state-mandated forms), and conducting employee termination meetings professionally, confidently, and with discretion.
• Experience recruiting hourly warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, or logistics employees.
• Working knowledge of California employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience conducting employee investigations and managing employee relations issues.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems.
• Experience supporting OSHA and warehouse safety initiatives.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Exclusive employee merchandise discounts.

Pay

The anticipated base salary is $90k - $120k annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, internal equity, and location.