We are currently recruiting a Human Resources Generalist to join our team! The HR Generalist will provide overall support to our facility, always ensuring a safe environment while administering policies relating to all phases of human resources. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience working in a manufacturing, logistics or similar type of environment. Ideally, they will also be bilingual (Spanish) speaking.

This is an onsite position in our Newark, CA facility.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate and enforce HR policies, ensuring legal compliance and adherence to best practices; keep abreast of labor regulations and employment law changes, adjusting policies as needed.
• Administer payroll by verifying hours worked in accordance with state laws, experience utilizing ADP Workforce Now is preferred.
• Be a trusted advisor to employees, addressing concerns, conflicts, and providing guidance.
• Promote a positive work environment and manage employee relations issues in a fair and equitable manner.
• Collaborate closely with leadership to align HR initiatives with business objectives, ensuring that our people strategies drive operational success.
• Partner with leadership to attract and onboard diverse, high-caliber talent by refining recruitment processes, conducting interviews, and fostering partnerships with educational institutions and industry networks.
• Drive a culture of performance excellence through robust performance management processes, coaching managers to provide effective feedback and recognition.
• Advise supervisors regarding appropriate resolution of employee relations issues such as disciplinary actions, terminations, promotions, etc.
• Manage safety training, incidents, and compliance; investigate accidents and prepare reports for insurance carrier.
• Maintain employee records and filing systems.
• Maintain leave, PTO and sick time tracking.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Management or a related field is strongly preferred; combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 3-5+ years of relevant HR experience with demonstrated success in a multifaceted HR role in a manufacturing, logistics or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build positive relationships at all levels.
• Knowledge of operational safety, which ideally includes managing OSHA logs and conducting safety trainings on a regular basis.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (preferably ADP Workforce Now) and tools for efficient data management and analysis.
• Relevant HR certifications a plus!