Human Resources Coordinator

Job Title

Human Resources Coordinator

Gainesville, GA

Human Resources

Human Resources Supervisor

The typical working hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a 60‑minute lunch.

John Soules Foods is a thriving family‑owned food company that has made a positive difference for its customers and consumers for nearly 50 years. Our purpose and promise of Great Food, Made Simple® drives us. Based in Tyler, Texas, the company is a leading national producer of ready‑to‑eat and ready‑to‑cook chicken and beef products and is the number one producer of chicken and beef fajitas in the USA.

We proudly serve a broad portfolio of great‑tasting, high‑quality products sold throughout the US via retail, food service distributors, and restaurants. Our wide array of national customers includes prominent organizations such as Walmart, Costco, Sam’s Club, Sysco, and HEB. The company was established in 1975 by John Soules Sr., and the business is now in the second generation of family leadership.

The organization has expanded dramatically over the past decade, and with its continued growth it now has annual sales of approximately 1 billion. The company employs over 2,000 individuals and has three manufacturing facilities in Gainesville, Georgia;
Valley, Alabama; and its headquarters in Tyler, Texas.

The Human Resources Coordinator / Generalist supports plant‑level HR operations by managing recruitment, onboarding, employee records, compliance processes, and employee relations support for hourly and salaried team members. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate HR documentation, administering key HR programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws, and serving as a primary point of contact for employees visiting the HR office.

The role plays a critical part in supporting staffing needs, employee engagement, and overall workforce compliance within a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment.

A high school diploma is required; some college coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is highly preferred. A minimum of one year of prior human resources experience is required, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment. The candidate must be fully bilingual in English and Spanish and able to speak, read, and write effectively in both languages.

Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and HRIS systems, is required. The position requires excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to handle confidential information with discretion and respond to issues promptly and professionally.

An associate or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. Experience with applicant tracking systems, electronic onboarding platforms, payroll systems, and attendance tracking programs is preferred. Prior experience supporting employee relations investigations and compliance audits is beneficial.

NOTE:

This description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the organization's ongoing needs; these duties are considered marginal.

The Human Resources Coordinator / Generalist manages recruitment, selection, and placement processes for hourly production employees and supports salaried recruitment as needed. The role maintains and updates facility staffing reports and ensures timely completion of the full I‑9 employment verification process in compliance with federal regulations. The position oversees new employee data entry, conducts new hire orientation sessions, and manages the entire onboarding process to ensure compliance and positive employee integration.

The role administers employee termination processes, including exit interviews and all associated documentation and record‑keeping. The position maintains attendance program records and…