HR Coordinator

empirical foods; Garden City (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Garden City, Kansas is seeking a detail-oriented HR Coordinator to enhance employee experiences and support workforce culture. Responsibilities include overseeing employee inquiries, processing payroll data, and managing recruitment and onboarding processes. Ideal candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office, possess strong communication skills, and have HR experience. A high school diploma or equivalent, alongside at least 2 years of college, is preferred. This position requires a tech-savvy individual who can thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Human Resources experience is preferred, could consider payroll or similar office experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of college is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support employees with HR inquiries and time-off requests.
• Process payroll data and maintain personnel files.
• Manage equipment inventory and support job bid processes.
• Partner with hiring managers for recruitment and onboarding.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 2 years of college

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team and Make an Impact on Employee Experience

We're looking for a detail-oriented HR Coordinator to support our growing team and help create a positive workplace culture, from welcoming new hires to supporting our team members throughout their journey with us.

Why Join Us?

As an HR Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in shaping our workplace culture and supporting our most important asset—our people. You’ll gain broad HR experience while making a meaningful difference in employees’ daily work lives.

Responsibilities

Employee Support & Administration

• Serve as a trusted resource for HR questions and assist with employee self-service tools.
• Support employees with time-off requests, address changes, and general HR inquiries.
• Administer leave programs (FMLA and LOA) with care and confidentiality.
• Help employees understand and enroll in benefit programs.

Payroll & Records Management

• Process and audit payroll data, including overtime, absences, and time-off.
• Maintain accurate and compliant personnel files.
• Track attendance and administer progression increases for hourly employees.
• Coordinate performance review schedules for management team.

HR Operations

• Manage equipment inventory and distribution.
• Support the internal job bid process.
• Handle general office duties including data entry, filing, and phone support.
• Contribute to special projects and initiatives as needed.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Partner with hiring managers to review applications and conduct interviews.
• Coordinate background checks and pre‑employment physicals.
• Extend job offers and guide new hires through their first days.
• Create welcoming orientation experiences that set employees up for success.

Additional

• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Must have regular and punctual attendance.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize in a fast‑paced environment.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual abilities (Spanish/English).
• Professional discretion when handling confidential information.

Demonstrated Competencies

• Detail‑oriented - You catch the small things that make a big difference.
• People‑focused - You genuinely enjoy helping others succeed.
• Tech‑savvy - You’re comfortable learning new systems and software.
• Communicator - You connect effectively with employees at all levels.
• Problem‑solver - You approach challenges with a solutions mindset.
• Trustworthy - You handle sensitive information with integrity.

Physical Requirements

• Office setting within a manufacturing environment. Position will take you onto the plant floor requiring proper protective equipment.

Experience: Previous Human Resources experience is preferred, would consider payroll or similar office experience in lieu.
Education: High School diploma or equivalent, or verifiable ability to perform essential job functions. Minimum of 2 years of college is preferred.
Department: Human Resources