Human Resources Coordinator

Role Overview

Kinetic (Waco) is hiring a Human Resources Coordinator to support daily HR operations inside our manufacturing environment. This is not a general office support role. You will work closely with Operations, Production Leadership, and Finance to ensure employee records, payroll inputs, certifications, onboarding, and benefits administration are accurate, organized, and compliant.

This role is ideal for an HR Coordinator/HR Administrator who is ready to take ownership of core HR coordination in a structured, process-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities 

HR & Employee Administration

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee files (digital and physical)
• Track employee certifications, training records, and required compliance documentation
• Monitor expiry dates and proactively communicate upcoming renewals
• Support document control for HR policies, forms, and templates (SharePoint and internal systems)
• Prepare employment documentation including offer letters, employment agreements, onboarding packages, and status change letters

Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle

• Coordinate Day 1 onboarding processes across shop, site, and office roles
• Prepare onboarding checklists and ensure completion of required documentation
• Support recruitment coordination including scheduling interviews and maintaining candidate records
• Assist with offboarding documentation and final paperwork processing

Payroll & Benefits Support

• Support payroll processing by reviewing timecards, checking data for accuracy, and assisting with employee payroll questions
• Prepare and organize payroll-related documentation and records
• Assist with benefits and leave administration by distributing forms, maintaining trackers, and filing documentation confidentially
• Work alongside HR and Finance to ensure payroll and benefits processes run smoothly

General Administration

• Maintain controlled versions of HR forms and templates in SharePoint
• Assist with HR communications such as policy reminders, training notices, and announcements
• Order and track office and administrative supplies, maintaining inventory trackers and reorder points.
• Promote company safety culture and follow PPE requirements when accessing production areas.
  
  

Health & Safety

• Coordinate workplace safety initiatives and OSHA compliance activities.
• Assist with OSHA recordkeeping and required documentation.
• Coordinate employee safety training and onboarding.
• Assist with incident investigations and corrective action plans.
• Maintain required safety records and training documentation.
• Support ongoing safety improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2–3 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Working knowledge of:
  • Federal employment laws
  • FLSA
  • FMLA
  • ADA
  • EEOC
  • OSHA regulations
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, investigations, and HR administration.
• Strong understanding of document control and confidential record management
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, SharePoint, Teams)
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with shop-floor and office employees
• Professionalism, discretion, and reliability
  
  

Assets

• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or actively pursuing certification.
• OSHA 30 or similar safety certification.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Experience with Rippling or other HRIS systems.
  
  

What We Offer 

• Pay: $70,000 - 80,000, based on experience 

• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, paid holidays and paid time off 

• Growth Opportunities: Continuing education and growth into specialized roles is encouraged. 

• Team Environment: Work in a collaborative, continuous improvement-focused production shop 

• Stability: Full-time, permanent position with consistent hours 
  
  

Schedule & Work Details 

• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Location: Waco, TX

• Environment: Industrial manufacturing environment, shop floor and office. 
  
  

How to Apply

Submit your resume and cover letter through our creers website. We thank all applicants - only shortlisted candidates witll be contacted.