Director of Human Resources

Bright Talent, Inc.; Santa Fe Springs (CA); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bright Talent, Inc. is seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead all HR functions for a multi-state operation, reporting to the President. You will partner with executive leadership to shape people strategies that support employees, culture, and growth.

This role emphasizes building programs, influencing business decisions, and driving organizational development across states, with a strong CA focus. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in HR, is a strong communicator, and can recruit, coach,

Formación

• 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with senior leadership responsibilities.
• California labor laws and multi-state employment compliance knowledge required.
• HR certifications such as SPHR, PHR, or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is highly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead all HR functions including employee relations, recruiting, performance management, compensation, benefits, compliance, and training.
• Advise leaders on organizational development, workforce planning, coaching, and talent management.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a high-performing culture.
• Oversee leave administration, workers' compensation, and regulatory compliance across states (with focus on CA).
• Oversee recruiting to attract and retain top talent and use HRIS data to inform decisions.
• Develop and mentor the HR team and continuously improve HR systems and policies.

Conocimientos

Bilingual English/Spanish

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Herramientas

Paylocity

ADP

Descripción del empleo

Are you the type of HR leader who can sit at the executive table in the morning, coach a manager through a difficult employee situation in the afternoon, and still jump into recruiting strategy before the day is over?

We're looking for a Director of Human Resources to lead all aspects of HR for our multi-state operation. Reporting directly to the President, this role will serve as a key business partner to leadership while driving the people strategies that support our employees, culture, and continued success.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, influencing business decisions, and creating HR programs that make a real impact.

What You'll Be Doing

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support business objectives.
• Lead all areas of Human Resources, including employee relations, recruiting, performance management, compensation, benefits, compliance, and training.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on organizational development, workforce planning, coaching, and talent management.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and help foster a positive, accountable, and high-performing culture.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, investigations, and corrective action processes.
• Oversee leave administration, including FMLA, CFRA, accommodations, and return-to-work programs.
• Lead workers' compensation administration and coordinate with employees, managers, and external partners throughout the claims process.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations across multiple states, with a strong focus on California employment law.
• Oversee recruiting efforts to attract and retain top talent across the organization.
• Utilize workforce analytics and HRIS data to drive informed business decisions and improve HR processes.
• Lead and develop the HR team while continuously improving systems, policies, and programs.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is highly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive Human Resources experience, including senior-level leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred.
• HR certification such as SPHR, PHR, or SHRM-SCP preferred.
• Strong understanding of California labor laws and multi-state employment compliance.
• Experience managing employee relations, investigations, leave administration, performance management, and talent acquisition.
• Strong working knowledge of HRIS platforms such as Paylocity, ADP, or similar systems.
• Experience developing compensation programs and managing HR budgets.
• A confident communicator who can build credibility and influence at all levels of the organization.

Why This Opportunity?

This is a chance to join a well-established, family-owned company where leadership values partnership, integrity, and accountability. You'll have a direct impact on company culture, employee engagement, and business performance while working closely with executive leadership to help shape the future of the organization.

If you're looking for a role where your voice will be heard and your expertise will make a difference, we'd love to connect.

The salary range provided in this job posting may vary based on a variety of factors including but not limited to experience, qualifications, location, and the specific needs of the company. The stated range is not a guarantee of compensation, and the employer reserves the right to modify or change it at any time. Final compensation will be determined through discussions with the candidate and will be formalized in the offer letter.