HR Coordinator

1440 Foods Manufacturing; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

1440 Foods Manufacturing is seeking an HR Coordinator for our food manufacturing facility. You will support day-to-day HR operations, focusing on recruiting coordination, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance documentation to maintain a smooth HR function.

Work with Recruiting and Total Rewards teams to foster a positive workplace culture in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and eager to build a career in HR and recruiting within

Qualifications

• Experience supporting high-volume hourly recruitment in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial settings.
• Experience handling benefits administration and onboarding processes.
• Knowledge of HR policies, regulatory compliance (EEO, FLSA, I-9) and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruitment for hourly roles (operators, line workers, sanitation, warehouse).
• Coordinate onboarding and new hire orientations; ensure paperwork is complete.
• Assist benefits administration, vendor communications, and enrollment.
• Maintain HR records, prepare reports, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Update and implement HR policies and procedures; promote consistent practice.

Skills

ATS proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Discretion with confidential info

MS Office

HRIS experience

Education

Associate's degree in HR or related field

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Paychex or HR payroll system

HRIS software

Job description

1440 Foods is a sports and active nutrition company on a mission to help energize people to unleash their potential with a focused portfolio of accessible, great-tasting health and wellness brands: Pure Protein® nutrition bars; and Body Fortress® high efficacy protein powders; MET-Rx® high-performance meal replacements; and FitCrunch® delicious high protein snacks. Join our fun, fast-paced company to be a part of growing 1440 Foods into the future!

Position Overview:

The HR Coordinator at our food manufacturing facility supports the day-to-day operations of the HR department, with a primary focus on recruiting coordination, alongside new hire onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance documentation. The role works closely with the Recruiting and Total Rewards teams to help maintain a smooth, well-organized HR function and a positive workplace culture. We'd love to hear from candidates who are organized, detail-oriented, and excited to build a career in HR and recruiting within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

Recruiting Support

• Support the full-cycle recruitment process for hourly roles, including machine operators, line workers, sanitation staff, and warehouse associates.
• Post job openings and maintain accurate candidate records and requisitions in the applicant tracking system (ATS).
• Assist with sourcing candidates through job boards, employee referrals, community outreach, and other channels.
• Coordinate candidate interviews with hiring managers and shift supervisors, ensuring timely scheduling, communication, and feedback.
• Support pre-employment testing, background screening, and offer logistics.
• Help maintain recruiting metrics and reports, and support compliance with hiring policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., EEO, FLSA, I-9 documentation).
• Help ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

New Hire Onboarding

• Coordinate candidate background screening.
• Support the onboarding process for new hires, helping ensure a smooth transition into the company.
• Assist with new employee orientations and ensure all necessary paperwork is completed.

Benefits Administration

• Assist employees with benefits-related inquiries and issues.
• Submit benefits vendor invoices and process purchase order (PO) creation.
• Support open enrollment and new hire benefits enrollments, helping ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Support wellness program activities and initiatives.
• Support the collection of missed payroll deductions for benefits premium payments.
• Help create and maintain SOPs and work instructions for benefits-related processes and systems.

Compliance and Reporting

• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation.
• Assist in preparing and submitting reports related to HR activities and metrics.

HR Policies and Procedures

• Help maintain and update HR policy and procedure documents.
• Support consistent application of company policies and procedures.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Proficiency with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HR software; familiarity with Paychex or similar platforms is a plus.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite; experience with HRIS software a plus.
• Understanding of safety standards and practices in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Education & Experience:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Experience supporting high-volume or hourly recruitment in a manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environment.
• One to two years of experience in HR, recruiting, benefits administration, or an administrative support role.
• Experience in the food manufacturing industry or similar regulated industries is a plus.
• Exposure to benefits administration processes and systems is a plus.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification, or progress toward one, is a plus.

Work Environment:

• Exposure to both the office setting and food manufacturing facility.
• Significant amount of time working at a computer station.
• Occasional visits to various areas of the manufacturing floor.
• Must wear required PPE while in all manufacturing areas.
• Moving parts and machinery are present in the plant.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent sitting, standing, or walking.
• Occasional ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Noise levels will vary; higher noise levels exist while in the plant operations areas.