HR Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco is seeking an HR Manager in California to oversee HR operations for multi-location facilities. This hands-on role emphasizes employee relations, compliance, and cultural development. Key responsibilities include supporting HR operations, talent management, and training initiatives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong HR experience and a solid grasp of California employment laws to foster a high-performing workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting multi-location or multi-state teams.
• Solid understanding of California employment laws.
• Ability to balance employee advocacy with business needs.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations across multiple locations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Coach managers on performance management and employee development.

Skills

Strong HR experience with employee relations

Compliance knowledge

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong communication skills

Detail-oriented

Tools

HRIS systems (Paylocity or similar)

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 such as 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

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range is disclosed in accordance with local law. Eligible for discretionary bonuses and participation in medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plan.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

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