HR Generalist

GT's Living Foods; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Product discounts

Job summary

GT’s Living Foods is seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support employee relations, talent acquisition, onboarding, and development. You will partner with leaders across the organization to deliver HR programs, ensure policy compliance, and foster a positive employee experience.

The role emphasizes collaboration, process improvement, and data-driven HR reporting. Located in Vernon, CA, with a hybrid schedule and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 4–6 years of job-related experience.
• HRIS/ADP Workforce Now experience preferred.
• Spanish/English bilingual required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers on policies, programs, and workplace concerns.
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues in a timely, professional manner.
• Partner with management on performance management, corrective action, talent selection, and employee development.
• Prepare disciplinary documentation and support separations to mitigate risk.
• Support recruitment activities including postings, screening, interviewing, and hiring coordination.
• Create and maintain job descriptions and organizational charts; facilitate onboarding activities.

Skills

Employee relations

Talent acquisition

Onboarding

Learning & development

Policy compliance

Communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

HRIS (ADP Workforce Now)

Job description

Company & Culture

At GT’s Living Foods, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community passionate about creating a healthier, happier world. Over the last 30 years we’ve built a culture of inclusivity and authenticity, where our shared values create an environment that inspires you to do your best while achieving meaningful results. Our mission to transform health and happiness through potent, living foods has established us as the #1 Kombucha brand and a leader in the Health & Wellness space.

Company & Culture

At GT’s Living Foods, we’re more than just a company – we’re a community passionate about creating a healthier, happier world. Over the last 30 years we’ve built a culture of inclusivity and authenticity, where our shared values create an environment that inspires you to do your best while achieving meaningful results. Our mission to transform health and happiness through potent, living foods has established us as the #1 Kombucha brand and a leader in the Health & Wellness space.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• 4-6 years of job-related experience
• HRIS, ADP Workforce Now (preferred)
• Language: Bilingual in English/Spanish

Job Description

The HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting a wide range of Human Resources functions, including employee relations, talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management, compliance, and employee engagement. This position partners with leaders and employees across the organization to deliver HR programs, ensure policy compliance, and support a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Serve as a primary HR resource for employees and managers on HR policies, programs, and workplace concerns.
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Partner with management on performance management, corrective action, talent selection, employee development, and retention strategies.
• Administer and enforce Company policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws.
• Prepare disciplinary documentation and support voluntary and involuntary separations in a manner that mitigates organizational risk.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Support recruitment activities including job postings, candidate screening, interviewing, and hiring coordination.
• Create and maintain job descriptions and organizational charts.
• Facilitate onboarding activities to ensure a positive new hire experience.
• Partner with hiring managers to support workforce planning and staffing needs.

Learning & Development

• Assist with training and development initiatives, including job analysis and training needs assessments.
• Coordinate, schedule, track, and facilitate employee and management training programs.
• Maintain training records and support administration of the Learning Management System (LMS).
• Develop and update training materials, workbooks, guides, and other learning resources.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Respond to unemployment claims and employment verifications.
• Conduct exit interviews, analyze trends, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Maintain employee records and ensure data accuracy within HR systems.
• Assist with audits, compliance reporting, and policy updates.
• Support benefits administration, leave management, and annual HR processes as needed.

Employee Engagement & Special Projects

• Support employee engagement, recognition, and culture-building initiatives.
• Participate in HR projects and process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and the employee experience.
• Lead or contribute to special projects, including HR technology enhancements, process redesign, and organizational initiatives.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics, and presentations to support business decision-making.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with accuracy and efficiency.
• Prioritize workload assignments with department priorities.
• Strong time management skills; ability to meet simultaneous project deadlines.
• Ability to think critically, research and analyze information from various sources, and summarize key findings.
• Process oriented with passion for compliance, details and precision.
• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail.
• Demonstrates creativity; ability to generate new ideas & bring a fresh perspective while staying on-brand.
• Aptitude to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe).

GT’s Employee Experience (Benefits/Perks)

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401K with Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on the amazing GT’s product line (available for pickup at headquarters only)
• Corporate Discounts with our partners through LifeMart (concert & sporting event tickets, cell phone service, gifts, restaurants, hotels, childcare, and more!)

Job Details

• Location: Vernon, CA
• Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt
• Pay Range: $75,000 to $85,000, bonus eligible
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
• Work Attire: Use good judgment, keeping in mind the nature of their work, their safety and the safety of others, and their need to interact with the public.

GT's Living Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.