HR & Safety Coordinator

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Daily Pay

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Referral bonuses

Training & growth

Job summary

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. in Kansas City, KS, is seeking an HR & Safety Coordinator to handle day-to-day employee support, coordinate key HR processes, promote safety, and support regional cross-dock managers.

You will screen applicants, manage onboarding, maintain attendance and payroll records, and work closely with the HR team on employee concerns while ensuring OSHA and DOT compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication, organization, judgment, and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of HR practices and employee records management.
• Familiarity with OSHA and DOT regulations
• Experience with applicant tracking, payroll, benefits, and leave administration systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day employee support and coordinate key HR processes.
• Promote workplace safety and OSHA/DOT compliance; conduct safety inspections.
• Oversee office services, attendance, timekeeping, payroll, benefits, and recordkeeping.
• Support regional cross-dock managers during quarterly visits and onboarding activities.
• Screen applicants, coordinate interviews, and manage onboarding through ATS.
• Maintain record-retention and prepare reports for management.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Judgment

Relationship-building

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Applicant tracking system

Timekeeping systems

Payroll systems

Benefits systems

Job description

HR & Safety Coordinator

Company: Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.

Location: Kansas City, KS

Position Type: Human Resources / Safety / Office Administration

Travel: Quarterly travel to regional cross-dock locations; trips are typically 1-3 days

Why Join Keystone?

Make a direct impact on employee experience and distribution center operations

Partner with local leaders, regional cross-dock managers, and the Human Resources team

Build broad experience in a collaborative, growth-focused environment

About the Role

As an HR & Safety Coordinator, you will provide day-to-day employee support, coordinate key HR processes, promote workplace safety, oversee general office services, and assist regional cross-dock managers.

What You’ll Do

• Support employee relations for warehouse and delivery employees across multiple shifts and respond to general HR questions
• Screen applicants, coordinate interviews, and manage onboarding activities through the applicant tracking system
• Maintain accurate attendance, paid time off, timecard, payroll, benefits, workers’ compensation, and FMLA documentation
• Partner with the Human Resources department on employee concerns, disciplinary matters, and appropriate resolution
• Support employee relations needs for regional cross-dock managers during quarterly visits to delivery hub locations
• Promote workplace safety awareness and compliance with OSHA, DOT, hazard communication, and other applicable requirements
• Conduct safety inspections and monthly training, maintain required records, and help develop programs to prevent recordable incidents
• Coordinate office services, supplies, mail distribution, equipment maintenance, facility needs, vendors, and administrative expense tracking
• Hire, train, and supervise administrative support staff as assigned
• Maintain record-retention and office systems and prepare organized reports and summaries for management
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3-5 years of human resources experience
• Prior office management experience
• Working knowledge of human resources practices, employment law, employee benefits, and confidential recordkeeping
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, and hazard communication standards
• Strong communication, organization, judgment, and relationship-building skillsAbility to provide consistent, unbiased support to employees and leaders

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting employees in a distribution center, warehouse, transportation, or delivery environment
• Experience with applicant tracking, timekeeping, payroll, benefits, workers’ compensation, or leave administration systems
• Previous responsibility for safety training, inspections, or compliance recordkeeping

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation, Daily Pay, direct deposit, and bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, HSA, and FSA benefit options
• 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability options
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Tuition assistance and scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Employee referral bonus program and employee purchase discounts
• Ongoing training, internal growth opportunities, leadership development, wellness resources, and Employee Assistance Program access

Who We Are

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. is North America’s leading distributor of specialty automotive aftermarket, RV, and marine parts and accessories. Our people-focused culture supports employee growth and is built on our Company Values: Commitment, Customer Service, Execution, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, and Fun.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled