HR Manager and Business Partner

Pendarvis Manufacturing Inc.; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pendarvis Manufacturing Inc. is seeking an experienced General Manager for HR and office operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role involves optimizing HR functions, managing employee satisfaction, and ensuring compliance while fostering a positive organizational culture. Ideal candidates will have substantial HR experience, particularly in managing payroll and utilizing the Rippling HR platform.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years HR Generalist experience in manufacturing setting.
• Proficient in managing payroll and compliance processes.
• Strong ability to handle employee inquiries effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR and office operations.
• Lead HR functions including payroll, onboarding, and compliance.
• Support a positive workplace culture and drive continuous improvements.

Skills

HR Management

Payroll Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Organization

Tools

Rippling HR

Job description

Pen Manufacturing is a prominent player in the sheet metal fabrication industry, renowned for delivering precision-engineered solutions. We are a fast-growing and fast-paced manufacturing company. Committed to quality and innovation, we are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead our sheet metal manufacturing processes.

NO RELOCATION, Local candidates only please.

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience: HR generalist, Rippling Specialist, and Office Management

Why This Role?

This is a high-impact opportunity to manage HR and lead office operations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You'll be the backbone of internal operations, supporting both people and processes with independence, urgency, and precision. Your experience—particularly in Rippling HR—will directly contribute to employee satisfaction, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize day-to-day office and HR operations in a fast-paced, high-urgency environment.
• Lead HR functions including payroll, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate, organized employee records and streamline administrative workflows.
• Respond to employee inquiries via phone with professionalism and efficiency.
• Take initiative to resolve issues independently and proactively.
• Support leadership in cultivating a positive, engaging workplace culture.
• Implement continuous improvements to internal processes to drive productivity and engagement.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• Minimum of 5 years of HR Generalist experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting with hourly skilled labor employees.
• Proven experience managing HR processes, employee records, payroll, and compliance.
• Proficiency in the Rippling HR platform is required.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess situations quickly and provide solutions independently.
• High sense of urgency and ability to thrive under pressure without sacrificing attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in handling employee inquiries over the phone.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and acts without waiting for instructions.
• Culture-builder who values employee experience and works to foster an inclusive, supportive environment.