Human Resources (HR) Generalist

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist to join a team in Salinas, California, in a Long-term Contract position. This role supports day-to-day HR operations across onboarding, employee support, compliance, benefits coordination, and selected payroll-related activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid HR foundation, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information while assisting a growing workforce in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Support daily human resources operations by managing onboarding activities, preparing new employee documentation, and coordinating orientation and training for non-union employees.
• Assist with employee relations matters by responding to routine workplace concerns, helping address lower-level grievances, and escalating more complex issues when appropriate.
• Provide administrative support for recruitment efforts for non-union positions, including candidate coordination and pre-employment processing.
• Help administer benefits and leave-related processes by maintaining records, supporting employee eligibility review, and assisting with compliance documentation.
• Coordinate pre-employment requirements such as drug screenings and related onboarding clearances to ensure a smooth start for new employees.
• Perform accurate HR and payroll data entry while maintaining confidential personnel information within HR systems.
• Review and correct timekeeping records as needed to help ensure payroll accuracy in environments that use biometric time capture.
• Partner with HR and payroll team members to support workforce changes and maintain timely, compliant employee records.
• Contribute to compliance with wage and hour requirements and other applicable employment regulations through consistent documentation and process support.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in a Human Resources Generalist or closely related HR support role.
• Practical knowledge of employee relations, onboarding, benefits administration, and HR compliance processes.
• Experience supporting HRIS platforms; familiarity with ADP systems is preferred.
• Ability to complete data entry and record maintenance with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Understanding of leave administration, employment eligibility practices, and wage and hour guidelines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees, managers, and cross-functional teams.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Ability to assist with basic payroll support tasks, including timecard review and corrections.

Compensation

$30.00-$30.00 Hourly

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