HR Manager

Purpose of the Position This position focuses on the staffing process, including the hiring, training, coaching and termination of the workforce. When an employee is terminated, the HR Specialist conducts exit interviews and processes requisite paperwork. The HR Specialist will also be responsible for enrollment of Medical/Dental benefits and will serve as payroll processing back-up. The HR Specialist will play a key role on second shift working closely with supervisors for disciplinary, training and onboarding issues. This position will continue to assist the head of HR in day‑to‑day HR department duties by performing a variety of administrative activities requiring the exercise of initiative and independent judgement. The role performs professional level work and has definitive responsibilities within a specific HR program area(s). Flexibility to work off shifts as needed is required. Responsibilities Assist the head of HR with daily HR department duties; coordinate staffing activities including hiring, training, coaching, and termination; conduct exit interviews and process termination paperwork; enroll employees in medical/dental benefits; provide payroll processing backup; work closely with supervisors on disciplinary, training, and onboarding issues; perform administrative tasks requiring initiative and judgment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science in HR/Organizational Behavior or related field of study. Minimum of 5 years experience in a Human Resources role providing or coordinating HR services. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Expertise in HR policies and procedures, hiring practices, HR best practices and current regulations. Minimum 2 years payroll processing experience. Solid knowledge of labor legislation (state and federal labor laws). Solid knowledge of EE benefits plans and leave administration (e.g., FMLA). Excellent communication skills with a customer‑focused attitude and high level of professionalism and discretion. Excellent analytical skills, multi‑tasking ability, and problem‑solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with all levels within the organization and outside parties. Efficient, prompt, and able to work with little or no supervision. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Organized, energetic, self‑motivated, and capable of handling confidential information. Reliable, punctual, and able to work weekends and off‑shifts as needed. Available for travel as needed (air or car). Workers' Compensation knowledge (a plus). Cal/OSHA knowledge (a plus). Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner. #J-18808-Ljbffr