HR Manager

Vaco Recruiter Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Potential discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services is seeking an HR Manager to enhance HR operations across multi-location sites in California. This hands-on role involves managing HR processes, ensuring compliance with employment laws, and partnering with leadership on training and employee development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong HR experience, particularly in employee relations and compliance, and be able to balance advocacy with business needs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Strong HR experience with a focus on employee relations and compliance.
• Experience supporting multi-location or multi-state teams preferred.
• Solid understanding of employment laws, particularly in California.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and support HR team members.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws including CA.
• Partner with leadership on training and development programs.
• Assist with hiring efforts for corporate and leadership roles.
• Coach managers on performance management and employee development.

Skills

Employee relations and compliance

Multi-location support

Employment laws (CA experience)

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

About the Role

We’re partnering with a well-established, growing company in the food & beverage space looking to bring on an HR Manager to support their multi-location operations.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll play a key part in strengthening HR operations, supporting employees and leadership, and ensuring compliance across multiple states. You’ll work closely with leadership, Training, and Operations teams to help create a high‑performing, people‑first environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

HR Operations & Employee Relations

• Manage day‑to‑day HR operations and support HR team members
• Handle employee relations matters including investigations, performance issues, and documentation
• Support leave of absence, accommodations, and workers’ comp processes
• Maintain and update HR policies and employee handbook

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws (CA, NV, AZ)
• Maintain accurate documentation and audit‑ready processes
• Partner with leadership to reinforce compliant and consistent practices

Training & Development Partnership

• Partner with Training and Operations teams on onboarding and development programs
• Support rollout of training initiatives and leadership development efforts
• Help drive consistency across locations

Talent & Total Rewards Support

• Assist with hiring efforts for corporate and leadership roles
• Support benefits administration and employee questions
• Partner with payroll and leadership on compensation practices

Performance & Culture Support

• Coach managers on performance management and employee development
• Support disciplinary processes and ensure alignment with policies
• Contribute to initiatives that improve retention and employee experience

HR Systems & Reporting

• Maintain HR data and track metrics like turnover and retention
• Utilize HRIS systems (Paylocity or similar) to improve efficiency
• Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, Training, and Finance

What They’re Looking For

• Strong HR experience with a focus on employee relations and compliance
• Experience supporting multi‑location or multi‑state teams preferred
• Solid understanding of employment laws (CA experience required)
• Ability to balance employee advocacy with business needs
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills

Why This Role?

• High‑impact, visible role supporting a growing organization
• Strong partnership with leadership and cross‑functional teams
• Opportunity to influence culture, retention, and operational success
• Hands‑on role with a mix of strategy and execution

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) retirement plan, with potential discretionary bonuses.