HR Generalist

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Pearl City (HI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Flextime

Training & development

Job summary

HITACHI RAIL HONOLULU JV in Honolulu, HI seeks an enthusiastic HR Generalist to support recruitment, onboarding and HR programs on the Pearl City project. The role focuses on maintaining HRIS records, generating reports, and ensuring compliance with federal and state laws.

You will partner with department leaders, drive continuous improvement in HR processes, and help shape a safe, compliant, and engaging work environment for a diverse workforce in a large infrastructure program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in recruitment and employee relations.
• Knowledge of HR disciplines and employment laws.
• SHRM/PHR certification preferred.
• Experience with ATS systems.

Responsibilities

• Supports HR management with recruitment plans and strategies.
• Coordinates onboarding for new hires and contractors.
• Maintains HRIS records and generates standard/ad-hoc reports.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state laws and company policies.
• Partners with department leaders on HR programs and workforce planning.
• Seeks continuous improvement in HR processes and safety awareness.

Skills

Recruitment

Employee relations

HR disciplines

Employment law

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR Management

Tools

ATS software

Job description

Location

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

Job ID

R0117271

Date Posted

2026-01-15

Company Name

HITACHI RAIL HONOLULU JV

Profession (Job Category)

Human Resources

Job Schedule

Full time

Remote

No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated HR Generalist to work on our Honolulu Rail Project. As the successful candidate your ideas for continuous improvement and creativity are welcome. The position is based in Pearl City, HI.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Supports HR management with recruitment plans and strategies; uses standard recruiting and hiring practices and procedures necessary to recruit and hire a superior workforce, fostering a positive attitude toward Company goals and mission.
• Determines appropriate sourcing methods, including active and passive recruitment, necessary to attract and hire top talent throughout the company.
• Pre-employment activities and activities associated with new hires.
• Develops and coordinates position terms for new hires, promotions, and transfers.
• Coordinates onboarding for new hires, contractors, temporary hires, and other resources in conjunction with hiring managers.
• Assists with the development and administration of human resources programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company.
• Works directly with department leaders to assist them in their human resources responsibilities and matters.
• Assists managers and employees with interpreting and complying with policies and applicable employment law and government regulations.
• Maintains human resource information system records.
• Generates standard and ad-hoc reports as needed from the database.
• Ensures that HRIS system is being used up to its maximum functionality.
• Supports with data analysis and reporting as it relates to trends, measurement and stats of employee data.
• May assist with Employee Relations counseling and resolution in conjunction and with the guidance and approval of HR management.
• Participates and assists in the completion of surveys that apply to human resources.
• Keeps abreast of trends, processes and developments in this industry.
• Analyzes existing policies and prevailing practices among similar local organizations to establish competitive programs.
• Assists in monitoring rules, regulations, and state and federal laws to ensure compliance within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Complies with all safety rules and cooperates in the fullest in the promotion of safety and safe work habits, to include the reporting of any unsafe conditions or acts.
• Complies with all applicable Company policies and procedures.
• Maintains assigned work area and equipment in a clean, orderly and safe manner; performs housekeeping duties as required and/or instructed.
• Works in a safe and responsible manner.

Required skills/experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in recruitment and employee relations.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines, including recruitment, compensation practices, organization performance, employee relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• SRHM-CP or SHRM-SCP or PHR or SPHR Certification preferred.
• ATS experience preferred.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent experience

Language

English Proficiency

Salary

The salary range for this position is $74,000 to $111,000. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation.
• Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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