Human Resources Manager

ClearPath Medical; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearPath Medical in Tustin, CA is actively seeking an HR Manager to build and maintain HR infrastructure across a regulated manufacturing environment. You will oversee recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA requirements.

This exempt, salaried role reports to the President and collaborates with department managers to support a productive workforce. Bilingual English/Spanish is required; part-time options available with 24-28 hours per week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR generalist or HR manager experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish; able to conduct interviews and communications in both languages.
• Strong knowledge of California wage/hour laws and employment regulations.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruiting and external staffing agency relationships.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and standard software; strong judgment and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruiting and staffing: full-cycle recruiting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offers.
• Onboarding and offboarding: design and implement programs; manage exits and benefits.
• Employee relations: address concerns, investigations, and implement corrective actions.
• HR compliance and administration: maintain records, ensure ISO 13485 alignment, manage policies.
• Compensation and performance: support market assessments and quarterly reviews.

Skills

HR Generalist

Bilingual English/Spanish

California Employment Law

Recruiting

HRIS

Education

PHR/SHRM-CP preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Tustin, California, United States HR/Accounting

ClearPath Medical | Tustin, CA | Full-Time or Part-Time

On-Site

Department

Human Resources

Reports To

President

FLSA Status

Exempt (full-time); Non-exempt hours may apply for part-time

Employment Type

Full-Time preferred; Part-Time considered (minimum 24-28 hrs/week)

Compensation

$85,000 - $100,000 annually (prorated for part-time)

Language Requirement

Bilingual: English and Spanish (Required)

Certification

PHR or SHRM-CP preferred

About ClearPath Medical

ClearPath Medical is an ISO 13485:2016 certified, FDA-registered contract manufacturer specializing in custom medical cable assemblies and interconnect solutions for OEM medical device customers. Based in Tustin, CA, we serve clients across diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical applications. Our team operates across two shifts.

Why Join ClearPath Medical

This is ClearPath Medical's first dedicated HR role. You will have direct access to the President and genuine influence over how people operations are built and run at a company with real growth momentum. The work you do here will not be incremental, it will be foundational. Specific opportunities include:

• Define and build HR infrastructure from the ground up, including policies, processes, and systems that will scale with the company
• Work at a company whose products support patient safety in diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical applications, quality and compliance here actually matter
• Join a stable, growing company that has been in business for over 7 years and operates in a specialized segment of the medical device supply chain

Position Summary

The HR Manager will be responsible for building and maintaining HR infrastructure across a regulated manufacturing environment. This role covers all aspects of the employee lifecycle, from recruiting and onboarding through performance management and offboarding, while ensuring compliance with applicable employment law and the company's quality management system requirements.

This role requires someone who can operate with a high degree of autonomy, exercise sound judgment, and consistently make decisions that are in the best interest of the company. The HR Manager will work closely with the President and department managers to support a workforce that is productive, engaged, and aligned with ClearPath's values and operational goals.

Full-time is preferred given the breadth of work involved in building HR from the ground up. Part-time candidates will be considered at a minimum of 24-28 hours per week; applicants pursuing a part-time arrangement should address in their cover letter how they would prioritize and sequence the responsibilities of this role given the available hours.

Key Responsibilities

Recruiting and Staffing

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for all open positions, including job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation
• Build and own a cost-effective recruiting strategy maintaining a strong pipeline for assembler, technician, and lead positions
• Serve as the primary point of contact for staffing agency partners; negotiate agency terms and monitor performance to ensure cost-effective placements
• Coordinate interview scheduling and debrief sessions with hiring managers
• Ensure all hiring practices comply with EEOC guidelines and applicable California employment law

Onboarding and Offboarding

• Design and facilitate a structured onboarding program for all new hires, including orientation, policy review, and role-specific training coordination
• Manage offboarding processes including exit interviews, final pay coordination, and benefits termination

Employee Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee concerns, workplace conflicts, and HR-related questions across both production shifts
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints and recommend appropriate corrective actions
• Support managers in documenting performance issues, issuing corrective actions, and executing performance improvement plans
• Foster a respectful, compliant, and productive workplace culture on the production floor and across the organization

HR Compliance and Administration

• Maintain employee records in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Ensure HR policies and procedures align with ISO 13485 quality management system requirements
• Administer and communicate company policies including attendance, leave of absence (FMLA, CFRA), workers' compensation, and workplace safety
• Stay current on California labor law and proactively update policies and practices as regulations change
• Manage benefits administration including health insurance enrollment, open enrollment coordination, and employee inquiries

Compensation and Performance

• Assist leadership in evaluating market compensation and maintaining equitable pay practices
• Support quarterly performance review cycles and provide guidance to managers on documentation and delivery
• Identify patterns in turnover, absenteeism, or engagement and recommend proactive solutions

  Qualifications

  Required

  • 5+ years of HR generalist or HR manager experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (written and verbal); must be comfortable conducting interviews, investigations, and employee communications in both languages
  • Demonstrated knowledge of California employment law, including wage and hour regulations, FMLA/CFRA, ADA, and EEO compliance
  • Experience managing full-cycle recruiting and working directly with external staffing agencies
  • Strong judgment and the ability to make decisions that prioritize company interests while treating employees with fairness and respect
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
  • Proficiency with HRIS systems and standard business software (Microsoft Office Suite)

  Preferred

  • Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (ISO 13485, FDA, GMP, or similar)
  • PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SHRM-CP certification
  • Experience building or formalizing HR processes and documentation from the ground up
  • Familiarity with multi-shift manufacturing workforce management

  Compensation and Benefits

  This is an exempt, salaried position. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

  Base Salary Range

  $85,000 - $100,000 per year (prorated for part-time based on hours)

  Medical, dental, and vision coverage (eligibility based on hours worked)

  Paid Time Off

  Vacation, sick leave, and company holidays (prorated for part-time)

  Salary Context: The $85,000-$100,000 range reflects the Southern California market for an HR Manager with manufacturing and bilingual experience. Candidates at the lower end of the experience range (5-6 years) or who lack California-specific compliance knowledge would be expected to fall in the lower half of the range. A PHR or SHRM-CP certification, prior experience in a regulated (ISO/FDA) environment, and a track record of building HR infrastructure from scratch would support offers at or above the midpoint. Part-time compensation is prorated based on agreed hours.

  • On-site position at ClearPath Medical's Tustin, CA facility (2752 Walnut Ave, 92780)
  • Manufacturing environment with two active production shifts; core hours align with business needs, and flexibility to support early or late shift activity, or urgent employee matters, is expected
  • Must be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing setting

  ClearPath Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.