Human Resources Generalist

National Ready Mixed; Canada; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Ready Mixed Concrete Company is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support daily HR operations in a fast-paced, field-based environment, with a strong focus on FMLA/leave administration, employee training and HR records management.

You will partner with site leaders to ensure compliance, support employees, manage leave processes, coordinate onboarding and development, maintain HRIS data, and assist with payroll and benefits administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent).
• 3-5+ years of HR Generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA and California employment law, including personnel file compliance.
• Experience managing leave of absence programs and employee accommodations.
• Experience coordinating or delivering training programs.
• Strong attention to detail in records management and compliance.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an HR partner to employees and supervisors, guiding on employee relations and policy application.
• Administer FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, and other leave programs.
• Manage the full leave process including eligibility, documentation, tracking, and return-to-work.
• Coordinate and support onboarding, compliance training, and leadership development.
• Maintain accurate employee files and HR records with confidentiality and compliance.
• Support recruitment and onboarding for hourly and skilled roles.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity; assist with payroll and benefits administration.
• Generate HR reports and support retention and workforce planning.

Skills

Employee relations

Leave administration

Training coordination

Policy application

HR reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mauricio Penalosa Director of Human Resources

Mauricio Penalosa Director of Human Resources

Position Summary

The Human Resources Generalist supports daily HR operations in a fast-paced, field-based environment, with a strong focus on FMLA/leave administration, employee training and development, and HR records management. This role partners with leaders to ensure compliance, support employees, and strengthen workforce capability, including adherence to California employment and personnel file regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as an HR partner to employees and supervisors, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, and policy application.
• Administer FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, and other leave programs, ensuring compliance and effective case management.
• Manage the full leave process, including eligibility, documentation, tracking, and return-to-work coordination.
• Coordinate and support training programs, including onboarding, compliance training, and leadership development.
• Partner with leaders to identify training needs and track completion.
• Maintain accurate employee files and HR records, ensuring proper filing, confidentiality, and compliance with federal and California personnel file requirements (including retention, access, and document separation standards).
• Ensure personnel files are audit-ready and support timely responses to employee file access requests.
• Support recruitment and onboarding for hourly and skilled roles.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity; assist with payroll and benefits administration.
• Generate HR reports and support retention and workforce planning initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5+ years of HR Generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of FMLA, ADA, and California employment law, including personnel file compliance.
• Experience managing leave of absence programs and employee accommodations.
• Experience coordinating or delivering training programs.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in records management, compliance, and documentation.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Microsoft Office.

Preferred

• Experience supporting multi-site or field-based operations
• HR certification (PHR or SHRM-CP)
• Office and field-based work environment
• Occasional travel to support multiple locations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law.

The National Ready Mixed Concrete Company is driven by outstanding customer service, quality products, on time delivery, operating with the highest environmental standards and industry leading solutions. That success can be found in the concrete National Ready Mix has provided for countless families homes, businesses buildings and structures, municipalities, and roadways since 1946.