HR Coordinator

The Human Resources Coordinator provides frontline HR support within a poultry processing facility, serving as a primary point of contact for employees, applicants, and supervisors. This role supports recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, recordkeeping, and employee engagement activities in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment.

The HR Coordinator ensures accurate HR documentation, promotes consistent application of company policies, and supports compliance with employment laws. This position plays a critical role in delivering a positive employee experience while maintaining confidentiality, professionalism, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for walk-in applicants and employees, responding to general HR inquiries and directing complex matters to the appropriate HR team member.
• Coordinate hourly recruitment and onboarding activities, including application review, phone or in-person screening, new hire paperwork completion, HRIS entry, and scheduling for orientation.
• Facilitate or support new hire orientation and partner with production and safety teams to coordinate job previews and required safety training.
• Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, I-9 documentation, E-Verify, WOTC processing, and related compliance records in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Assist employees with benefits questions and enrollment, pay inquiries, leave questions, and general HR support.
• Conduct new hire check-ins and exit interviews; document trends and escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Support employee engagement initiatives, recognition events, and HR/Safety-related training programs.
• Maintain HR trackers, compile workforce data, and prepare routine reports for HR leadership and plant management.
• Perform administrative HR tasks including badging, data entry, pay card setup, etc.
• Support HR investigations by gathering documentation, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring proper follow-up.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and help streamline HR procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support plant HR operations.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None. This position has no direct reports.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 1 years of HR, recruiting, or administrative experience preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, food production, or high-volume environments preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Working knowledge of HR Body of Knowledge preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required; experience with ADP or other HRIS system preferred.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively in a team-based environment.
• Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and sense of urgency.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequent walking between office and production areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds, with or without assistance.
• Must be able to enter production environments and comply with required PPE standards.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based within a poultry processing facility.
• Frequent interaction with production employees in refrigerated, wet, humid, or odorous environments.
• Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection in designated areas.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when entering production areas.
• May require flexibility in schedule, including early mornings, weekends, or holidays, depending on business needs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Food Safety and Quality Expectations
Gold Creek Foods is committed to producing safe, legal, and high-quality food products. All employees are responsible for complying with all company food safety, quality, and sanitation programs, preventing contamination and protecting product integrity, immediately reporting food safety or quality concerns to leadership, and supporting audit readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.

General Safety Statement

All employees are expected to work safely at all times by following all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations. This includes complying with OSHA, USDA, and other applicable laws, as well as Gold Creek Foods’ internal safety standards. Each team member is responsible for maintaining a safe work environment—reporting hazards and near misses, using required personal protective equipment (PPE) when required, and participating in safety training and programs as directed.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Gold Creek Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact Human Resources at 678-928-6970.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Dawsonville, GA (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $23