Human Resources Manager
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)
Health Benefits
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.
Work Environment
- 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
How to Apply
Submit your resume along with a cover letter that addresses the following: Describe a time you built or improved an HR process in a manufacturing setting while balancing employee fairness with business needs. Part-time applicants should also describe how they would prioritize and sequence the responsibilities of this role given a reduced schedule. Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
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.
Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What are your pay expectations or requirements for this position? Please provide a specific range or amount (e.g., $85,000 per year) to help us better understand your expectations.
Experience:
- Human resources: 5 years (Required)
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Tustin, CA 92780 (Required)
Work Location: In person
