Human Resource & Safety Coordinator

Vaco is hiring for a Human Resources Manager role near Mentor, OH. Direct Hire, Onsite. Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 per year.

The HR Manager is responsible for leading all human resources functions to support a fast‑paced logistics and trucking operation. This role oversees recruitment, compliance, employee relations, safety programs, and workforce planning to ensure the company maintains a reliable, well‑trained, and compliant driver and administrative workforce.

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for drivers, dispatchers, warehouse staff, and corporate roles.
• Maintain a consistent pipeline of qualified CDL and non‑CDL candidates.
• Oversee pre‑hire processes including background checks, MVR reviews, drug screenings, and DOT compliance.
• Partner with operations leadership to forecast staffing needs and reduce turnover.

• Serve as the primary HR contact for employee concerns, conflict resolution, and performance issues.
• Support managers with coaching, feedback, and corrective action plans.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to promote retention and strong workplace culture.

• Ensure compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and state/local employment laws.
• Maintain driver qualification files (DQFs) and conduct regular audits.
• Work closely with Safety to support accident reporting, return‑to‑work programs, and safety training initiatives.

• Oversee payroll coordination, benefits administration, and HRIS management.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure timely updates.
• Lead new‑hire orientation and onboarding to ensure smooth integration into company operations.
• Support annual performance reviews, compensation adjustments, and policy development.

• Identify skill or compliance gaps and coordinate appropriate training programs.
• Develop resources for management training, leadership development, and DOT‑compliant driver education.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 3–5+ years of HR experience.
• Working knowledge of DOT and OSHA regulations.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is disclosed in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.