Bilingual HR Generalist

Bilingual HR Generalist Location: Vernon, CA (Onsite, 5 Days/Week) Compensation: $80,000 - $95,000 DOE Type: Direct Hire Overview A well-established distribution and manufacturing company in Vernon is looking for a hands‑on Bilingual HR Generalist to serve as a key operational HR resource across multiple locations. This is a highly autonomous role; you’ll own HR functions end‑to‑end, drive initiatives, and serve as a strategic partner to HR leadership. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments and take pride in leading rather than supporting, this is the opportunity for you. Key Responsibilities Lead full‑cycle recruiting across departments, including operations, from job posting through offer letter Serve as the first‑line HR contact for employee relations matters, workplace concerns, and investigations Administer performance management cycles Own HR compliance initiatives, policy updates, audit preparation, employment postings, and multi‑state wage and hour requirements Maintain employee records and reporting through Paylocity HRIS Support payroll review and processing as needed Coordinate required training programs and track completion Occasional travel required for the role Ideal Candidate 3-5+ years of HR Generalist experience Experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or logistics‑based environment is highly preferred Bilingual in Spanish (fluent or highly proficient) required Proven ability to independently own HR functions with minimal oversight Strong background in employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance Working knowledge of California employment law, including Labor Code requirements and leave laws Hands‑on experience with payroll processes and HRIS platforms Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple entities Bachelor's degree preferred; experience is valued over formal education EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. #J-18808-Ljbffr