HR Coordinator: Production HR & Safety Support

Carlton Farms; Carlton (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlton Farms is seeking an HR Coordinator to serve as the on-site HR presence at our USDA-inspected pork processing facility. This hands-on role focuses on recruiting, general HR support, and safety coordination with Operations.

You will manage attendance, provide payroll backup, maintain HRIS records, and assist with employee engagement initiatives in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
• 1+ years HR, recruiting, or admin support in a production setting preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with HRIS is a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Comfortable in a production environment and wearing PPE.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for entry-level production roles, including postings, screening, interviewing, and offering coordination.
• Support new hire onboarding and ensure proper documentation, including I-9 completion.
• Provide basic workers’ compensation support, including Form 801 for reported injuries.
• Support the site safety program for an 85-person facility, tracking training and assisting with safety meetings.
• Track and administer daily attendance; follow up on attendance policy compliance.
• Serve as backup for payroll processing; ensure continuity when primary payroll contact is unavailable.
• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and personnel files.
• Serve as a point of contact for attendance, timekeeping, and general HR inquiries.
• Support HR initiatives focused on employee engagement and communication.
• Prepare basic reports related to recruiting activity, attendance, and headcount.
• Provide support for special projects and other HR functions as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Discretion with confidential info

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in HR or related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Job description

Carlton Farms is seeking an HR Coordinator to serve as the on-site HR presence at our USDA-inspected pork processing facility. This hands-on role focuses on recruiting, general HR support, and safety coordination with Operations.

You will manage attendance, provide payroll backup, maintain HRIS records, and assist with employee engagement initiatives in a fast-paced production environment.