Bilingual HR & Payroll Coordinator (Spanish/English)

Job Title: HR Coordinator (Bilingual English/Spanish) Contract‑to‑hire HR Coordinator role offers immediate support to payroll operations, gradually expanding into a fully integrated human resources position. The role begins with a strong focus on payroll‑related administrative tasks and evolves into broader HR coordination for a primarily hourly workforce in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Ideal for bilingual English/Spanish professionals who enjoy high‑volume employee interaction, value accuracy and compliance, and are comfortable working onsite in a dynamic HR setting. Responsibilities Support daily payroll processes by reviewing, correcting, and validating timecards for a primarily hourly workforce. Perform accurate data entry and generate payroll‑related reports to support internal payroll processes and audits. Track employee time off and maintain up‑to‑date records in the timekeeping and HR systems. Ensure accuracy and compliance with internal payroll policies and procedures, escalating issues as needed. Assist payroll and HR teams with administrative and operational tasks to support smooth day‑to‑day operations. Transition into a full HR Coordinator role by taking on employee‑facing HR inquiries related to pay, benefits, leaves of absence, and other HR matters. Manage and maintain HRIS data, ensuring employee records are accurate, complete, and current. Support onboarding activities, including data entry, documentation, and coordination with internal stakeholders. Promote workforce engagement in a high‑volume, hourly environment by serving as a visible and approachable HR resource. Serve as a frontline point of contact for employees, providing guidance and support in both English and Spanish. Partner closely with HR, Payroll, and Finance teams to coordinate processes, resolve issues, and maintain efficient operations. Contribute to maintaining a professional, compliant HR function in a non‑union manufacturing environment. Essential Skills 2–3+ years of HR support or HR coordination experience. Experience working in a high‑volume, hourly workforce environment such as manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics. Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with the ability to support employee inquiries in both languages. Hands‑on experience with HRIS systems, with strong preference for Paylocity to enable a rapid ramp‑up. Exposure to payroll processes, including timekeeping, reporting, and audits. Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization. High attention to detail with strong data entry and validation skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, open‑office HR setting. Experience working in a non‑union environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience supporting payroll operations in a manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics environment. Familiarity with Paylocity and ADP or similar HRIS and payroll platforms. Background in HR administration, onboarding, and general human resources support. Ability to build rapport quickly with a large, hourly workforce and provide high‑quality frontline HR support. Interest in growing from a payroll‑focused support role into a broader HR Coordinator position. Comfort working within established processes while identifying opportunities for efficiency and improvement. Work Environment This is a fully onsite role based in South San Francisco within a manufacturing setting. The open‑office HR environment features frequent, high‑volume employee interaction. The facility operates under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, which include specific requirements such as no jewelry on the production floor when applicable. The role offers a flexible start time between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and provides opportunity to collaborate closely with HR, Payroll, and Finance teams. It offers clear growth potential into a long‑term HR Coordinator position and visibility across HR and payroll functions. Job Type & Location Contract‑to‑hire position based out of South San Francisco, CA. Pay and Benefits $28.00 – $32.00 per hour. Benefits Medical, dental & vision Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage 401(k) retirement plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life insurance (voluntary life & AD&D for employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time off/leave (PTO, vacation, or sick leave) Equal Opportunity Employer The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will also be considered for positions located in San Francisco. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aston Carter