Human Resources Generalist

HR Jobs; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with Company Match

PTO

Job summary

HR Generalist at HR Jobs in Milpitas, CA, is responsible for delivering comprehensive HR support across the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, timekeeping, and offboarding in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes high-volume recruitment, compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and collaboration with leadership to maintain productive workplace culture; strong communication and data skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to manage and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized and complex situations.
• Knowledge to apply complex use of databases and spreadsheets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate across teams, and support multiple locations.
• Strong knowledge of California labor and employment law.
• Experience processing payroll, managing timekeeping systems, and reporting.
• Experience in recruiting, employee relations, performance management, benefits, leaves, and payroll support.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruiting, including candidate screening, interviews, onboarding, and new hire orientation.
• Serve as an HR resource to employees and supervisors on policies, procedures, benefits, employee relations, and workplace matters.
• Support employee relations, including investigations, coaching, corrective actions, attendance issues, performance management, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data for new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, and other personnel actions.
• Support payroll and timekeeping processes, including timecards, attendance, sick time, and employee changes.
• Administer and support benefits, leaves of absence, workers’ compensation, accommodations, and return-to-work processes.
• Coordinate employee training, support performance reviews, employee development, merit increases, and compensation processes.
• Manage employee separations, including resignations, terminations, exit interviews, documentation, and offboarding.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies, and prepare HR reports, audits, and workforce metrics.
• Support employee engagement, retention, multi-site HR needs, process improvements, and other HR-related projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Recruiting

HRIS proficiency

Payroll knowledge

Compliance knowledge (CA)

Analytical thinking

Data reporting

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field

Job description

Full Time | Onsite | Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, PTO

Salary Range: $78,000.00 - $110,000.00 (DOE)

Location: Milpitas, CA 95035

Shift: 8:00AM - 4:30PM

About the Role

The Human Resources Generalist serves as a key partner to leadership and employees, delivering comprehensive HR support across the full employee lifecycle. This includes recruitment and onboarding through employee relations, performance management, payroll and timekeeping, and offboarding. The position places a strong emphasis on recruiting for hourly and salaried roles within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, while ensuring HR practices align with company goals, values, and compliance standards to support a positive and productive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage recruiting, including candidate screening, interviews, onboarding, and new hire orientation.


• Serve as an HR resource to employees and supervisors on policies, procedures, benefits, employee relations, and workplace matters.


• Support employee relations, including investigations, coaching, corrective actions, attendance issues, performance management, and documentation.


• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data for new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, and other personnel actions.


• Support payroll and timekeeping processes, including timecards, attendance, sick time, and employee changes.


• Administer and support benefits, leaves of absence, workers’ compensation, accommodations, and return-to-work processes.


• Coordinate employee training, support performance reviews, employee development, merit increases, and compensation processes.


• Manage employee separations, including resignations, terminations, exit interviews, documentation, and offboarding.


• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies, and prepare HR reports, audits, and workforce metrics.


• Support employee engagement, retention, multi-site HR needs, process improvements, and other HR-related projects.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information.


• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.


• Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers.


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.


• Ability to manage and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized and complex situations.


• Knowledge to apply complex use of databases and spreadsheets.


• Ability to plan workflow and meetings, including managing and prioritizing workflow.


• Solid analytical skills and solution-driven thinking.


• Ability to use large amounts of data to make strategic decisions.


• Ability to apply continuous improvement and lean principles to enhance efficiency and productivity.


• Experience with KPI tracking, performance metrics, and data analysis to support operational improvements.


• Experience in recruiting, employee relations, performance management, benefits, leaves, and payroll support.


• Proven success managing high-volume recruitment in a fast-paced environment.


• Proficiency with HRIS systems and reporting.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite.


• Ability to work independently, collaborate across teams, and support multiple locations.


• Strong knowledge of California labor and employment law.


• Experience processing payroll, managing timekeeping systems, and reporting.


• Ability to properly document and maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting a manufacturing or production environment.


• Experience with HRIS ADP Workforce Now preferred.


• Experience supporting multiple locations and diverse employee populations.


• HR certification such as PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent preferred.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, and three (3) to five (5) years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.


• Ability to regularly use a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment.


• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.


• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.


• Ability to move throughout office and production areas as needed.


• Must be able to work with hands and arms and remain extremely accurate.

Working Conditions

• Primarily works in a professional office environment with regular interaction in manufacturing and production areas.


• May be exposed to noise, machinery, and other conditions typical of a manufacturing environment.


• Must follow required safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE when entering designated areas.


• Travel up to 25% between company locations or adjusted work hours to support business needs.

Compliance Requirements

This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a \"U.S.