HR Generalist

Ultimate Staffing; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist for their Lafayette office. The role involves handling payroll, recruitment, employee relations, and benefit administration, especially in fast-paced environments with high turnover. Candidates should possess a SHRM Certificate and have strong knowledge of HR processes. This full-time position is 100% onsite.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR Generalist roles within high-turnover environments (retail, gas, or food service) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing and HRIS.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for all employees, ensuring compliance.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle efficiently.
• Administer employee benefits programs.
• Maintain employee records with accuracy.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS management

Employee relations

Benefits administration

Problem-solving

Education

SHRM Certificate

Job description

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Overview

Business Solutions Manager at Ultimate Staffing

Job Title: HR Generalist (100% Onsite)

Location: Lafayette

Employment Type: Full-Time

Requirements

SHRM Certificate Required

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our team. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in fast-paced environments such as retail, gas stations, or fast food, where managing high employee turnover is common. The HR Generalist will handle the full scope of HR responsibilities, including payroll processing, recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance with labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and timely for all employees, including hourly and salaried staff, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle: recruit, interview, onboard, and offboard employees efficiently to maintain staffing levels in a high-turnover environment.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollment, changes, and troubleshooting employee inquiries.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee relations issues, addressing concerns, resolving conflicts, and promoting a positive workplace culture.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Coordinate and conduct new hire orientations and training sessions.
• Assist with performance management processes, including evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Support management with workforce planning and employee retention strategies tailored to fast-paced, high-turnover industries.
• Prepare and submit required reports related to payroll, benefits, and compliance.
• Collaborate with payroll vendors or internal payroll teams to resolve discrepancies or issues.

Qualifications

SHRM Certificate Required. Experience in HR Generalist roles within high-turnover environments (retail, gas, or food service) is preferred. Strong knowledge of payroll processing, HRIS, employee relations, benefits administration, and employment law compliance. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage confidential information and work onsite in Lafayette.

Ethical and Legal Notice

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including applicable Fair Chance laws.

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