Human Resources Administrator

LHH; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH, located near Commerce, CA, is seeking an experienced HR Office Administrator to lead the full HR and office management functions for a small to mid-size organization.

The ideal candidate is bilingual (Spanish-English) and capable of balancing strategic HR initiatives with day-to-day administrative responsibilities within a close-knit team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR and office management experience.
• Bilingual Spanish-English (written and verbal) required.
• Hands-on experience with ADP and/or Paychex payroll and HRIS platforms.
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation per laws.
• Administer payroll and HRIS using ADP/Paychex.
• Coordinate benefits administration and open enrollment.
• Process workers' compensation, leaves, and employment documentation.
• Ensure compliance with wage/hour laws and I-9 requirements.
• Support employee relations and uphold a positive culture.
• Develop employee handbooks, policies, and job descriptions.
• Partner with leadership on recruiting, retention, and performance management.
• Oversee office operations, budgets, vendors, events, and facilities.
• Support executive leadership with administrative projects.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Full HR lifecycle

Payroll coordination

HRIS familiarity

California HR compliance

Office management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / Business Administration

PHR certification strongly preferred

Tools

ADP

Paychex

Job description

Location: Near Commerce, CA

Job Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000 annually DOE

Company Size: Approximately 40 Employees

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on HR Office Administrator to lead all Human Resources and Office Management functions for a growing organization of approximately 40 employees near Commerce, California. This is a standalone role responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle while ensuring the office operates efficiently and professionally.

The ideal candidate is a bilingual Spanish-English HR professional who thrives in a small-company environment, wears multiple hats, and can balance strategic HR initiatives with day-to-day administrative and operational responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Manage full-cycle employee onboarding and offboarding processes
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Administer payroll and HRIS systems utilizing ADP and/or Paychex
• Coordinate benefits administration, open enrollment, and employee communications
• Process workers' compensation claims, leaves of absence, and required employment documentation
• Ensure compliance with California labor laws, wage and hour regulations, I-9 requirements, and workplace policies
• Support employee relations matters and maintain a positive workplace culture
• Develop and maintain employee handbooks, policies, and job descriptions
• Partner with leadership on recruiting, hiring, retention, and performance management initiatives

Office Management

• Oversee daily office operations, facilities, vendors, and office supplies
• Manage office budgets and administrative expenses
• Coordinate company events, meetings, and employee engagement activities
• Serve as the primary point of contact for office-related issues and vendor relationships
• Support executive leadership with administrative and operational projects
• Ensure a professional, organized, and productive office environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources and Office Management experience
• Experience serving as the primary or sole HR professional for a small to mid-sized company
• Fluent in both Spanish and English (written and verbal) - required
• Hands-on experience with ADP and/or Paychex payroll and HRIS platforms
• Strong knowledge of California employment laws and HR compliance requirements
• Experience with benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, and payroll coordination
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skillsHigh level of discretion when handling confidential employee information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR certification strongly preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience supporting manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or operational environments
• Bilingual document translation and employee communication experience

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers