HR Manager

TMS America Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TMS America Inc. in Irvine, California, is seeking an experienced HR professional to oversee human resources functions for their North American headquarters.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of HR experience, including a strong background in California Labor Law. Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese is required. Responsibilities include directing recruitment initiatives and advising executive teams on labor issues.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist, Specialist, or Manager.
• 3+ years applying California Labor Law and labor guidelines.
• Experience in a U.S. branch of a Japanese corporation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul HR functions at the North American headquarters.
• Create talent acquisition initiatives to recruit professionals.
• Advise leadership on labor risks and workforce tracking.

Skills

Human resources management

California Labor Law knowledge

Bilingual in English and Japanese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Job description

Irvine, United States | Posted on 06/10/2026

Responsibilities

• Overhaul and direct human resources functions for the organization's North American corporate headquarters.
• Create multi-channel recruitment and talent acquisition initiatives to source skilled professional personnel.
• Mediate employee relations disputes, conduct internal workplace investigations, and manage performance review loops.
• Advise global executive leadership teams on corporate labor risks, structural changes, and workforce tracking.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive human resources experience as an HR Generalist, Specialist, or Manager.
• 3+ years of practical application of California Labor Law, DFEH guidelines, and FLSA classification rules.
• Prior HR experience operating within a U.S. branch of a Japanese corporation or global matrix firm preferred.
• Business-level bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or Business Administration required.